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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Chapters 84 - 87.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Count's major source of wealth?
(a) Stocks and bonds.
(b) Slave labor.
(c) Land ownership.
(d) An inheritance.

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

3. What did Diotima discuss with Arnheim in Chapter 76?
(a) Her complaints about the Count.
(b) The Count's marital situation.
(c) Her husband's political future.
(d) Anti-Semitism.

4. In Chapter 85, the General expresses to Ulrich his disappointment in what?
(a) Ulrich's close association with the Count.
(b) Diotima's affection for Arnheim.
(c) Ulrich's choice of a wife.
(d) The recent lack of advancement in his career.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who visits Diotima in Chapter 75?

2. According to the author, what would have been the best course of action for Arnheim in Chapter 86?

3. According to the author in Chapter 85, how does Nature create unity?

4. Who are Gerda's parents?

5. In Chapter 81, how often does Ulrich meet with Count Leinsdorf?

(see the answer key)

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