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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Ulrich get to see Diotima when he goes to visit her in Chapter 121?

2. What concept is being showcased in Chapter 119?

3. Which individual is not mentioned by Ulrich as one of his long-term friends in Chapter 103?

4. Where are Rachel and Soliman in Chapter 104?

5. Why does Bonadea take an interest in Moosbrugger's welfare in Chapter 115?

Short Essay Questions

1. What concept does Arnheim contemplate in Chapter 106, and how does he feel about it?

2. What do Ulrich and Arnheim say about Moosbrugger in Chapter 121?

3. What information is presented in Chapter 102 regarding Hans Sepp?

4. What does Diotima do with Count Leinsdorf in Chapter 114?

5. What happens between Rachel and Soliman in Chapter 104?

6. What is said about the Kakanians in Chapter 108?

7. What happens to Bonadea in Chapter 115?

8. What do Diotima and Ulrich discuss in Chapter 101?

9. How was Ulrich working against Arnheim, as described in Chapter 112?

10. What happens between Ulrich and Gerda in Chapter 119?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Anti-Semitism is an important concept in this novel. Which of the main characters were at some point affected by anti-Semitism? How did it affect them? How did it change their outlook or their position in life?

Essay Topic 2

This novel was written in the early 20th century, yet many of its themes are still pertinent in today's society. How would today's readers interpret some of these issues differently? What are some significant changes that have occurred since the novel was written which would affect the way readers interpret it? What are some ideas or themes which are no longer relevant, and why aren't they?

Essay Topic 3

Ulrich has relationships with several women throughout the course of the novel. Some are platonic, but some are not. How does Ulrich view women? How does he interact with them? What generalizations does he make that affect the way he treats them? Does he treat his female friends differently from his male friends?

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