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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Part I," what aspect of the Buddenbrook home do the guests discuss?
(a) Its number of fireplaces.
(b) Its age.
(c) Its location.
(d) Its plasterwork.

2. What does Tony write to her mother in the second letter she sends?
(a) She asks to be sent on a vacation.
(b) She announces the birth of her daughter.
(c) She spreads rumors about Grunlich.
(d) She gives updates about her health.

3. What does Christian want after Frau Consul's death?
(a) The furniture.
(b) The paintings.
(c) The plates.
(d) The house.

4. In "Part VI," why does Tom want Tony to return to Munich?
(a) Because Permaneder keeps asking him to help get her back.
(b) So he won't be scandalized by her.
(c) So she can try to get some of her dowry back.
(d) Because Permaneder is the only person who can support her.

5. How does Tom compare Permaneder to the Buddenbrooks?
(a) He is better educated.
(b) He is more barbaric.
(c) He is less formal.
(d) He is richer.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Tom's mother change after her husband's death?

2. What does Permaneder agree to do when he divorces Tony?

3. What does the book Tom reads in "Part X" say life is?

4. Why does the Consul want to see if Tony loves Grunlich in "Part IV"?

5. What month does Tony marry Grunlich?

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