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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does "Death In Venice" take place?
(a) Early 20th century.
(b) 1950's.
(c) Early 19th century.
(d) Modern day.

2. What season is it at the beginning of "Death In Venice?"
(a) Spring.
(b) Summer.
(c) Winter.
(d) Fall.

3. What is Aschenbach's profession?
(a) Businessman.
(b) Painter.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Writer.

4. When Aschenbach returns to the chapel at the end of his walk, the man has ___________.
(a) Struck up a discussion wth another man.
(b) Begun praying.
(c) Disappeared.
(d) Changed his clothes.

5. Approximately how old is Aschenbach?
(a) Young man.
(b) Middle-aged.
(c) Old man.
(d) Teenager.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lately, Aschenbach has been _______ with his routine.

2. What author does Aschenbach reference to describe his physical health?

3. Aschenbach's work ethic could be called _________.

4. Aschenbach sees a man at the chapel. What color is the man's hair?

5. What is the cause of Aschenbach's anxiety?

(see the answer key)

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