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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Chapter 88 - 91.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How was Diotima's invitation in Chapter 80 received?
(a) He didn't understand why it was sent.
(b) He was intrigued by it.
(c) He didn't want to go, but felt obligated to.
(d) He was thrilled to receive it.

2. How does Ulrich accidentally address the General, in Chapter 85?
(a) "Sir."
(b) "Colonel."
(c) "Major."
(d) "Your Highness."

3. According to the author, why are some writers' situations strange?
(a) They are unable to relate to others.
(b) They have been too far removed from the outside world.
(c) Their brains work differently than other peoples' do.
(d) They think their art is great, when others don't.

4. What is Leo's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?
(a) He is undecided.
(b) He passionately opposes it.
(c) He doesn't express an opinion either way.
(d) He dislikes it but doesn't get worked up about it.

5. How is Diotima described?
(a) Good-looking, but not very intelligent.
(b) Good-looking and intelligent, but arrogant and snobbish.
(c) Intelligent and polite, but not very good-looking.
(d) Very good-looking, polite, and intelligent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ulrich's relationship with Gerda, as described in Chapter 74?

2. How old is Gerda?

3. Which individual is mentioned as being one of the author's influences in Chapter 91?

4. What happens when a book becomes important enough, according to the author?

5. Why was the General promoted to staff officer?

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