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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Chapters 84 - 87.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Soliman?
(a) Diotima's nephew.
(b) An African businessman, working in Austria.
(c) A poor enslaved boy, who is lucky enough to work for a very wealthy family.
(d) An African boy who was adopted by an Austrian family.

2. What did Arnheim explain to Diotima in Chapter 76?
(a) Some of the Count's characteristics are a natural byproduct of his status.
(b) Diotima's husband can't better his position without the Count's blessings.
(c) Diotima doesn't have the social stature to question the Count.
(d) The Count is severely opposed to anti-Semitism and actively works against it.

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

4. Ulrich urges General Stumm to do what, in Chapter 84?
(a) Tell Diotima how he feels about her.
(b) Take the opportunity to invest in a new business.
(c) Retire from his military career to pursue one that he enjoys.
(d) Not take thinking so seriously.

5. What example does the author use in Chapter 74 to describe the power of natural forces?
(a) The Moon's orbit around the Earth.
(b) The Moon's effect on the tides.
(c) The unstoppable power of tornadoes and hurricanes.
(d) The way some animals mate for life.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. The author claims that the General suffered from becoming repeatedly infatuated with what types of women?

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

5. Who are Gerda's parents?

(see the answer key)

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