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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. According to Ulrich in Chapter 11, which of the following gave humans tremendous power through their use?
2. Whom of the following did Ulrich meet in Chapter 20?
3. What happened to Ulrich while he was out drinking in Chapter 1?
4. According to Musil, which of the following types of behaviors were expected of women?
5. In Chapter 1, what was uncertain at the scene when the ambulance arrived?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 30 during Moosbrugger's trial, what was brought to light as having strange effects?
2. Describe Arnheim and Diotima's relationship in Chapter 41.
3. Describe Diotoma and Count Leinsdorf's relationship.
4. What made Arnheim famous in Chapter 48?
5. Describe Ulrich's lack of concern for Bonadea and its effect on their relationship in Chapter 29.
6. Describe Diotima and Ulrich's relationship in Chapter 67.
7. What was considered to be a good sign in Chapter 47 regarding Diotima?
8. Why did Soliman get jealous and angry when he grew up?
9. Describe the love interest that friends pushed Ulrich to make in Chapter 22.
10. How did the Count handle his correspondence in Chapter 58?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What is the significance of the title, The Man Without Qualities? How does it relate to the protagonist Ulrich and in particular to the main theme of the book? What did the author mean by titling the book The Man Without Qualities? Cite an example from the book to support your answer.
Essay Topic 2
There are many autobiographical features in The Man Without Qualities that are believed to belong to Musil. Which aspects appear invented, and which characters seem modeled or inspired by real people in Musil's life? Conduct some research and discuss.
Essay Topic 3
Technology is a recurring theme in The Man Without Qualities. What advancements occur in technology? Describe some of the tools, equipment, and changes. How accurate are they? Do those changes result in positive or negative consequences? Discuss.
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