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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. How many chapters are included in the two-volume set of The Man Without Qualities?
2. According to Musil, which of the following characterized the previous Century?
3. Who influenced Ulrich in his study?
4. In Chapter 1, what was uncertain at the scene when the ambulance arrived?
5. Where did Ulrich spend time with his lover?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe Diotima's role at the 70th Jubilee Celebration of His Majesty in Chapter 71.
2. Describe Ulrich's view of Napoleon in Chapter 9 and contrast it with the American view.
3. In Chapter 19, what did Musil say about the effect of the turn of the Century on people?
4. How was Klementine's relationship with her husband in Chapter 51?
5. Describe Musil's view on the rational and exact in Chapter 61.
6. Describe the incident that occured in Chapter 1 that affected Ulrich.
7. Describe Moosbrugger's reaction to public fame in Chapter 54.
8. Describe Arnheim.
9. Describe Leona.
10. Describe Ulrich's lack of concern for Bonadea and its effect on their relationship in Chapter 29.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in The Man Without Qualities. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples, making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.
Essay Topic 2
Explain the concept of loneliness as demonstrated in The Man Without Qualities. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain their loneliness if any, and the methods and attempts to overcome it.
Essay Topic 3
The role of women in The Man Without Qualities takes on very different forms. For example, Bonadea is a mistress who exerts power in the bedroom, while Clarisse is a wife whose abhorrence for mundane life drives her husband mad. Describe.
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