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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Chapter 88 - 91.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Arnheim end up doing in Chapter 86?
(a) He takes the General aside and talks to him about his infatuation with Diotima.
(b) He decides to take a step back and maintain only a casual acquaintance with Diotima.
(c) He decides not to involve himself in Diotima's relationship with the General.
(d) Arranging to remain as Diotima's guest for an even longer period.

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

3. How is Diotima described?
(a) Intelligent and polite, but not very good-looking.
(b) Good-looking, but not very intelligent.
(c) Very good-looking, polite, and intelligent.
(d) Good-looking and intelligent, but arrogant and snobbish.

4. What is Klementine's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?
(a) She is too timid to express an opinion.
(b) She dislikes it but doesn't get particularly worked up about it.
(c) She is anxiously hoping it will come to pass.
(d) She doesn't know how she feels about it.

5. What is Ulrich doing in Chapter 84 as part of his service to the Count?
(a) Caring for the Count's garden.
(b) Cleaning the Count's house.
(c) Tending to the Count's stables.
(d) Sorting a pile of mail.

Short Answer Questions

1. What might be the result if the philosopher mentioned in Chapter 77 were to do what the author suggests?

2. How is Count Leinsdorf addressed?

3. How was Diotima's invitation in Chapter 80 received?

4. Who are Gerda's parents?

5. Ulrich urges General Stumm to do what, in Chapter 84?

(see the answer key)

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