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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 52, which of the following did Tuzzi notice in the ministry?

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

3. In Chapter 56, who of the following sent a letter about Ulrich?

4. In Chapter 65, who was back and delighted to put himself at Diotima's disposal rather immediately?

5. 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?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Technology is a recurring theme in The Man Without Qualities. What advancements occur in technology? Describe some of the tools, equipment, and changes. How accurate are they? Do those changes result in positive or negative consequences? Discuss.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the depiction of the two female characters in the book, Bonadea and Clarisse. How are they similar? How are they different? How are their ultimate experiences similar? What is the lesson that the author wishes to convey through their examples?

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