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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Klementine's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?
(a) She doesn't know how she feels about it.
(b) She dislikes it but doesn't get particularly worked up about it.
(c) She is anxiously hoping it will come to pass.
(d) She is too timid to express an opinion.

2. What does Clarisse realize about her husband in Chapter 97?
(a) He is afraid of her.
(b) He is no longer in love with her.
(c) She is afraid of him.
(d) He was never in love with her.

3. What did Diotima discuss with Arnheim in Chapter 76?
(a) Her husband's political future.
(b) The Count's marital situation.
(c) Anti-Semitism.
(d) Her complaints about the Count.

4. To whom is Gerda engaged?
(a) Leo.
(b) Ulrich.
(c) Hans.
(d) Arnheim.

5. Which character from the previous volume is reintroduced in Chapter 74?
(a) Arnheim.
(b) Ulrich.
(c) Gerda.
(d) Leo.

6. What mistaken idea does Arnheim possess in Chapter 92?
(a) That people are interested in him as a person and not in his wealth.
(b) It is his wealth that impresses people and not his personal qualities.
(c) He could continue to associate with the same people even if he were not rich.
(d) Diotima values him only for his wealth and financial contributions to her cause.

7. The author suggests in Chapter 77 that an ancient philosopher could do what?
(a) Discuss political strategy with world leaders.
(b) Change the worldview of the most influential people.
(c) Host his own salon.
(d) Go to a newspaper and prove his identity to the editors.

8. Why are rich people often troubled by other peoples' reaction to their wealth?
(a) They don't want other people to take advantage of them and steal their money.
(b) They believe others should work for their money, not ask rich people to give it to them.
(c) They don't understand the emphasis placed on material wealth by poor people.
(d) They want to be valued for reasons other than their wealth.

9. What did Arnheim say in Chapter 94, which made Diotima realize her feelings for him?
(a) He conveyed to her his depth of feeling for her husband and how he valued their friendship.
(b) He talked about the perception of reality and how the concept should be abolished.
(c) He told her about his decision to fund the orphanage with his own money.
(d) He flattered her immensely and told her that of all her virtues her intellect was the most valuable.

10. Why was the General promoted to staff officer?
(a) The others had noticed he was something of a philosopher.
(b) He went above and beyond the call of duty.
(c) He showed himself to be extremely dedicated and patriotic.
(d) He had military connections.

11. What relationship is mentioned by the author in Chapter 96?
(a) The relationship between science and the Church.
(b) The relationship between jealousy and insecurity.
(c) The relationship between science and emotion.
(d) The relationship between church and state.

12. How old is Gerda?
(a) 21.
(b) 27.
(c) 25.
(d) 23.

13. The author claims that the General suffered from becoming repeatedly infatuated with what types of women?
(a) Attractive but unintelligent ones.
(b) Promiscuous ones.
(c) Intimidating ones.
(d) Greedy ones.

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

15. 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) They have been too far removed from the outside world.
(d) Their brains work differently than other peoples' do.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who visits Diotima in Chapter 75?

2. What is one of the main ideas brought into Diotima's circle of intellectuals in Chapter 89?

3. What example does the author use in Chapter 74 to describe the power of natural forces?

4. How is the importance of a book determined, according to the author?

5. What is Diotima's opinion of working life as stated in Chapter 93?

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