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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, Chapter 119.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who expresses concern in Chapter 107, about Arnheim's relationship with Diotima?
(a) Diotima's husband.
(b) Count Leinsdorf.
(c) Rachel.
(d) General Stumm.

2. What might be the result if the philosopher mentioned in Chapter 77 were to do what the author suggests?
(a) He would be able to change the course of history.
(b) He would easily get a writing job.
(c) He would be laughed at.
(d) He would usher in a new era of philosophy and politics.

3. What does Bonadea do to maintain a semblance of decorum and discretion as described in Chapter 109?
(a) Attends functions with her husband, and plays the part of the dutiful wife, even though they can't stand one another.
(b) Deceives people about the true nature of her married life and her extramarital affairs.
(c) Attempts to hide her drinking habit, even from those who know her best.
(d) Cleverly and desperately hides the fact that she is living well beyond her means.

4. To whom is Gerda engaged?
(a) Arnheim.
(b) Leo.
(c) Ulrich.
(d) Hans.

5. What is Klementine's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?
(a) She is too timid to express an opinion.
(b) She is anxiously hoping it will come to pass.
(c) She dislikes it but doesn't get particularly worked up about it.
(d) She doesn't know how she feels about it.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is General Stumm's reason for recommending a certain author to Ulrich in Chapter 100?

3. What is the purpose of the laws regarding children and slaves, according to the information in Chapter 113?

4. What is Gerda's reaction when Ulrich tries to take her to bed in Chapter 119?

5. Why does Ulrich decide not to write a book in Chapter 103?

(see the answer key)

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