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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. What is Leo's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?
(a) He is undecided.
(b) He doesn't express an opinion either way.
(c) He passionately opposes it.
(d) He dislikes it but doesn't get worked up about it.

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

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

4. What is the General's response to Ulrich's assertion that he values intellect too highly in Chapter 85?
(a) He values intellect only when it is combined with other virtues.
(b) He is accustomed to being around intellectuals, so stupid people bore him.
(c) He has found too much anti-intellectualism in the soldiers' mess halls over the years.
(d) He doesn't value intellect more than anyone else, but he appreciates it more.

5. Who becomes infatuated with Diotima in Chapter 85?
(a) General Stumm.
(b) Count Leinsdorf.
(c) Arnheim.
(d) Ulrich.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is mysterious about Diotima's invitation in Chapter 80?

4. Who are Gerda's parents?

5. Who receives an invitation from Diotima in Chapter 80?

(see the answer key)

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