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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Chapters 96 - 99.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who receives an invitation from Diotima in Chapter 80?
(a) A lesser general.
(b) A local politician.
(c) The Czar.
(d) The Permanent Secretary.

2. Who is Moosbrugger?
(a) A businessman who was successful but has fallen on hard times.
(b) A murderer.
(c) A prosperous businessman.
(d) A hobo and a beggar.

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

4. 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.

5. Why is there a conflict between Walter and Ulrich, according to Clarisse?
(a) Ulrich is jealous of Walter's wealth.
(b) Walter is in love with Clarisse.
(c) Walter wants to be the Count's favorite.
(d) Walter is jealous of Ulrich's success.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Ulrich's relationship with Gerda, as described in Chapter 74?

3. What type of corporation does Arnheim's family own and run?

4. Which individual is mentioned as being one of the author's influences in Chapter 91?

5. What question regarding businessmen does Arnheim explore in Chapter 96?

(see the answer key)

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