2. In "Part X," why does Tom's town's fortune increase?
(a) Because it finds natural resources.
(b) Because it partners with Munich.
(c) Because it joins the customs union.
(d) Because more people move there.

3. What does Tom assume Christian will do with the money he gives him in "Part VI"?
(a) Become a partner in a new business.
(b) Start his own business.
(c) Spend it on women.
(d) Use it to gamble.

4. Why does Christian want to adopt a woman's children?
(a) To get the chance to be a father.
(b) To be a better person.
(c) To receive money from them.
(d) To make them legitimate children.

5. What is the first time Tom decides to do after being elected senator?
(a) Build a new house.
(b) Buy new clothes.
(c) Create a public garden.
(d) Take a vacation.

6. In "Part VI," when does Tony say she expects to return home?
(a) April.
(b) March.
(c) June.
(d) May.

7. What joke does Tom make about Tony's involvement in Erica's wedding?
(a) He says she is getting married for the third time.
(b) He says she is a bad luck charm.
(c) He says she shouldn't give marriage advice.
(d) He says she has broken the curse.

8. How does Tony's avoidance of social situations affect Erica?
(a) She doesn't have any nice clothes.
(b) She hasn't met anyone her age.
(c) She doesn't want to go to any social events.
(d) She hasn't learned table manners.

9. In "Part IX," how many doctors does Tom have to consult with about his mother?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

10. Where does Gieseke keep a house for his mistress?
(a) In Paris.
(b) On the coast.
(c) On the edge of town.
(d) In Munich.

11. Why does Erica's husband go to jail?
(a) Insurance fraud.
(b) Murder.
(c) Robbery.
(d) Tax avoidance.

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

13. What do the women in "Part VII" say about Hanno?
(a) That he will always be an outcast.
(b) That he won't fully develop.
(c) That he will be just fine once he turns 5.
(d) That he needs prayers.

14. How does Tony describe the language of the people in Munich?
(a) Archaic.
(b) Confusing.
(c) Beautiful.
(d) Gibberish.

15. What does Tom decide to do after reading the book in "Part X"?
(a) Love his family.
(b) Travel.
(c) Work harder.
(d) Live his life differently.