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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, Chapter 119.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which individual is mentioned as being one of the author's influences in Chapter 91?
(a) Niccolo Machiavelli.
(b) Josef Stalin.
(c) Immanuel Kant.
(d) Charles Dickens.

2. In Chapter 85, the General expresses to Ulrich his disappointment in what?
(a) The recent lack of advancement in his career.
(b) Ulrich's choice of a wife.
(c) Diotima's affection for Arnheim.
(d) Ulrich's close association with the Count.

3. What effect does Arnheim's family business have on his relationship with General Stumm in Chapter 89?
(a) It leads them to realize that they have some surprising things in common.
(b) It has no effect on their relationship.
(c) It makes them respect but still distrust one another.
(d) It creates an even greater rift between them.

4. What does Arnheim do for the first time in Chapter 116?
(a) Speaks for the Germans as if he is one and not as an outsider.
(b) Speaks to everyone in attendance, men and women alike, as equals.
(c) Makes reference to the current delicate political situation.
(d) Sits through an entire meeting without saying a word.

5. Who expresses concern in Chapter 107, about Arnheim's relationship with Diotima?
(a) General Stumm.
(b) Count Leinsdorf.
(c) Rachel.
(d) Diotima's husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Soliman?

2. According to Count Leinsdorf in Chapter 81 what concept is not useful to humanity?

3. How did Diotima feel when the individual who received the invitation in Chapter 80 arrived at her home?

4. What is Ulrich doing in Chapter 84 as part of his service to the Count?

5. What does Arnheim end up doing in Chapter 86?

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