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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aschenbach's work ethic could be called _________.
(a) Passable.
(b) Lax.
(c) Inconsistent.
(d) Diligent.

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

3. What do Aschenbach's books represent?
(a) The struggles and triumphs of his generation.
(b) The superiority of animals over humans.
(c) The current political situation.
(d) The criminal and corrupt nature of humans.

4. Aschenbach's wife is _______.
(a) Remarried.
(b) Cheating on him.
(c) Dead.
(d) Missing.

5. What province is Aschenbach from?
(a) Baden-Wuerttemberg.
(b) Bavaria.
(c) Berlin.
(d) Selesia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the purpose of Part Two of "Death In Venice?"

2. Aschenbach's daydream shows his _______.

3. At the beginning of the book, when Aschenbach encounters the man at the chapel, what does their interaction consists of?

4. On his walk, what does Aschenbach pass?

5. How intelligent is Aschenbach?

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