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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following did the author mention in relation to the degree of responsibility that an individual had for his [or her] crimes in Chapter 60?

2. Who was considering the qualities necessary for a cultural leap in Chapter 44?

3. Who was the little black boy whom Arnheim took in Chapter 55?

4. Which of the following types of meeting was held in Chapter 52?

5. To which of the following did the adopted boy react intensely in Chapter 55?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Select a character whom Ulrich grows to like and become familiar with. How does their relationship evolve?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Murder and violence appear throughout The Man Without Qualities. Who commits murder? Who is violent? In what ways are characters violent or abusive? What is their effect on other characters and their lives? Do those characters change over time? Why or why not? Describe.

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