View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Chapters 104 - 107.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why isn't Ulrich surprised by the relationship that Arnheim and Diotima have?
(a) He never understood why her husband tolerated Arnheim's attentions toward her.
(b) Arnheim had all the same qualities that caused Diotima to fall in love with her husband.
(c) Diotima had a propensity for becoming infatuated with men she couldn't have.
(d) Arnheim had told Ulrich about his plan to woo Diotima.

2. What does Arnheim ask Diotima in Chapter 105?
(a) To have an affair with him.
(b) To divorce her husband.
(c) To run away with him.
(d) To marry him.

3. What relationship does Arnheim use as an example to illustrate the importance of the concept he brings up in Chapter 96?
(a) A dog and his master.
(b) A horse and his rider.
(c) A boat and its captain.
(d) A house and its owner.

4. Who is Count Leinsdorf?
(a) Ulrich's uncle.
(b) An acquaintance of Leo and Klementine.
(c) Gerda's brother-in-law.
(d) One of Diotima's best friends.

5. How is the importance of a book determined, according to the author?
(a) By the popularity of its writer.
(b) By its sales.
(c) By its critical reviews.
(d) By its impact on popular culture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ulrich begin to suspect in Chapter 91?

2. According to the information given in Chapter 96, what creates a calm temperament?

3. According to the author, what would have been the best course of action for Arnheim in Chapter 86?

4. Where are Rachel and Soliman in Chapter 104?

5. For whom does Rachel work?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 368 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample