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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ulrich decide not to write a book in Chapter 103?
(a) A woman gave birth to him, not an ink well.
(b) No one seems interested in his ideas.
(c) He doesn't know how to get it published.
(d) He doesn't think he is intelligent enough to do it.

2. What does Ulrich notice about his own behavior in Chapter 103?
(a) There have been inconsistencies in his behavior throughout his life, and that probably won't change.
(b) He can be very manipulative when he wants to be and has no intention of changing that.
(c) His behavior used to be inconsistent, but he has been working on that, and getting better.
(d) He is unable to conform to societal standards that he doesn't think are justified.

3. To whom does Gerda go with her knowledge of Arnheim's motives in Chapter 119?
(a) Ulrich.
(b) Arnheim.
(c) Hans.
(d) Diotima.

4. What concept does Arnheim ponder in Chapter 106?
(a) Reformation.
(b) Revelation.
(c) Resolution.
(d) Redemption.

5. How does General Stumm's relationship with Ulrich develop?
(a) The General feels that he should be careful what he tells Ulrich because he doesn't trust him completely.
(b) The General doesn't understand why he has begun feeling as though he can confide in Ulrich.
(c) The General feels that he can tell Ulrich anything and can trust Ulrich not to betray him.
(d) Ulrich doesn't really want the General to confide in him, but he does it anyway.

6. How does Ulrich respond during the demonstrations in Chapter 120?
(a) He gets involved in the protest.
(b) He stands to defend the person they are protesting.
(c) He tries to calm the crowd.
(d) He watches from a distance.

7. What is the ultimate result of Ulrich and Gerda's interactions in Chapter 119?
(a) Ulrich is satisfied, but Gerda is disappointed.
(b) Both are satisfied and glad they did it.
(c) Ulrich is disappointed, and Gerda is mortified.
(d) Ulrich comforts Gerda, and both are all right.

8. What idea does Ulrich have regarding life in Chapter 120?
(a) Most people don't know how to succeed, which is why they fail.
(b) It is nearly impossible for a person to succeed in life because the odds are against them.
(c) A person can do well in their life, but for that to happen they must give up a degree of control.
(d) It is only possible to succeed in life if you maintain as much control over your life as possible.

9. Ulrich notices in Chapter 122 that Arnheim refers to Goethe in what way?
(a) As an example of a talented person who didn't know how to properly execute his ideas.
(b) As someone who, Arnheim feels, represents the spirit of his campaign.
(c) As an example of a person who knew how to execute ideas, but who didn't have much talent.
(d) As an authority figure when Arnheim needs the support.

10. According to the author in Chapter 112, at what point does a great man cease to be great?
(a) When he loses all of his money.
(b) When he does something to forever tarnish his reputation.
(c) When he is publicly criticized.
(d) When no one takes any notice of him.

11. For whom does Rachel work?
(a) Ulrich.
(b) Arnheim.
(c) The Tuzzis.
(d) General Stumm.

12. Why isn't Ulrich surprised by the relationship that Arnheim and Diotima have?
(a) He never understood why her husband tolerated Arnheim's attentions toward her.
(b) Arnheim had told Ulrich about his plan to woo Diotima.
(c) Arnheim had all the same qualities that caused Diotima to fall in love with her husband.
(d) Diotima had a propensity for becoming infatuated with men she couldn't have.

13. When Moosbrugger's trial reached the courts, what type of issue did it become?
(a) Spiritual.
(b) Ethical.
(c) Intellectual.
(d) Moral.

14. What concept is being showcased in Chapter 119?
(a) Social pressure.
(b) Violence in the media.
(c) Consequences of adultery.
(d) Serial monogamy.

15. What role, formerly belonging to Arnheim, is usurped by Hans Sepp in Chapter 113?
(a) The role of representing the Germans at Diotima's salons.
(b) The role of helping the less fortunate to educate themselves.
(c) The role of acting as a go-between for the middle and upper classes.
(d) The role of showering attention on Diotima and causing her to become infatuated with him.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author in Chapter 116, there is sometimes a relationship between what two concepts?

2. What is Rachel's main concern at the end of Chapter 117?

3. For whom does Soliman work?

4. How does Ulrich view Arnheim, according to the information presented in Chapter 112?

5. What is one of the main reasons Walter doesn't trust Ulrich?

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