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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Chapters 80 - 83.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the General's attitude toward his job as time went on?
(a) He still enjoyed his work and cared a great deal about his performance.
(b) He held on to it, not out of any real interest, but for the sake of job security.
(c) He became hungry for power as time went on.
(d) He became disillusioned with the reality of military life.

2. According to the author, why are some writers' situations strange?
(a) They are unable to relate to others.
(b) They think their art is great, when others don't.
(c) Their brains work differently than other peoples' do.
(d) They have been too far removed from the outside world.

3. In Chapter 81, how often does Ulrich meet with Count Leinsdorf?
(a) Once a week.
(b) Three times a week.
(c) Once a month.
(d) Twice a week.

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

5. What is mysterious about Diotima's invitation in Chapter 80?
(a) It was originally addressed to someone else.
(b) It sounds more urgent than it should.
(c) It was delivered by hand, instead of in the mail.
(d) The writing looks as if it may not be hers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who visits Diotima in Chapter 75?

3. What question does Ulrich ask regarding Gerda's upcoming marriage in Chapter 73?

4. What is Leo's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?

5. The author suggests in Chapter 77 that an ancient philosopher could do what?

(see the answer key)

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