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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Chapters 80 - 83.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What was the General's attitude toward his job as time went on?
(a) He still enjoyed his work and cared a great deal about his performance.
(b) He became hungry for power as time went on.
(c) He held on to it, not out of any real interest, but for the sake of job security.
(d) He became disillusioned with the reality of military life.

3. What example does the author use in Chapter 74 to describe the power of natural forces?
(a) The Moon's orbit around the Earth.
(b) The unstoppable power of tornadoes and hurricanes.
(c) The Moon's effect on the tides.
(d) The way some animals mate for life.

4. What did Arnheim explain to Diotima in Chapter 76?
(a) Some of the Count's characteristics are a natural byproduct of his status.
(b) Diotima's husband can't better his position without the Count's blessings.
(c) Diotima doesn't have the social stature to question the Count.
(d) The Count is severely opposed to anti-Semitism and actively works against it.

5. According to Count Leinsdorf in Chapter 81 what concept is not useful to humanity?
(a) Sociology.
(b) Ideological politics.
(c) Philosophy.
(d) Practical politics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are Gerda's parents?

2. What did Diotima discuss with Arnheim in Chapter 76?

3. What is Leo's reaction to the topic Ulrich introduces in Chapter 73?

4. With whom does Soliman fall in love in Chapter 79?

5. How did Diotima feel when the individual who received the invitation in Chapter 80 arrived at her home?

(see the answer key)

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