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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Part II," what does the Consul write about in his journal?
(a) The birth of his daughter.
(b) His marriage.
(c) News about Germany's army.
(d) His father's behavior.

2. In "Part II," what does the Consul about love in his marriage to Elizabeth?
(a) That he loves someone else.
(b) That he married for love.
(c) That he has fallen out of love.
(d) That he did not marry for love.

3. Why does Gotthold feel he should receive some of the Buddenbrook family money?
(a) He says it's his birthright.
(b) He was never paid for his services.
(c) He never says why.
(d) He was promised some of the money.

4. In "Part I," who is the first guest to arrive at Buddenbrook house?
(a) The doctor.
(b) The teacher.
(c) The poet.
(d) The counselman.

5. What does the Consul do after being left Johann's business?
(a) Brings Tom into the business.
(b) Hires Christian.
(c) Calls Gotthold for help.
(d) Tries to sell the business.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Part II," what does the Consul say about Johann's second marriage?

2. Why was Gotthold cut off from family money?

3. In "Part I," what aspect of the Buddenbrook home do the guests discuss?

4. How does the older generation feel about Napoleon?

5. What do the men argue about after dinner in "Part I"?

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