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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the war in "Part VII" affect Tom's business?
(a) Business stays the same.
(b) They suffer from losses.
(c) They make more money.
(d) Many people quit their jobs.

2. In "Part II," how does the Consul describe Christian in comparison to Tom?
(a) He is less serious.
(b) He is better with business matters.
(c) He is less responsible.
(d) He is more angry.

3. How does Hugo Weinschenk try to help Christian in "Part VIII"?
(a) He sends him on a vacation.
(b) He gives him a job.
(c) He loans him money.
(d) He rents a room to him.

4. How does Tom feel when Herr von Maiboom's family asks for money in "Part VIII"?
(a) Confused.
(b) Sad.
(c) Angry.
(d) Honored.

5. Why does Justus come to town in "Part V"?
(a) To go through the Consul's books.
(b) To plan the Consul's funeral.
(c) To clean the Consul's house.
(d) To discuss the Consul's will.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Johann do the night a riot breaks out in front of his house?

2. What does Tom assume Christian will do with the money he gives him in "Part VI"?

3. What does Eric do after first meeting Hugo Weinschenk?

4. What causes the servant to be fired from the Buddenbrook home in "Part IV"?

5. In "Part IV," what does Grunlich do to keep Tony from visiting people?

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