Death in Venice by Thomas Mann - Exam
  • 1. Who is the main character in 'Death in Venice'?
A) Adele
B) Tadzio
C) Theodore
D) Gustav von Aschenbach
  • 2. What city does Aschenbach travel to?
A) Venice
B) Paris
C) Berlin
D) Rome
  • 3. Which theme prominently features in the novella?
A) Friendship
B) Family
C) War
D) Aging
  • 4. What ultimately happens to Aschenbach?
A) He meets Tadzio
B) He dies in Venice
C) He returns home
D) He finds peace
  • 5. Which element of nature features prominently as a symbol?
A) The sky
B) The mountains
C) The city streets
D) The sea
  • 6. In what year was 'Death in Venice' first published?
A) 1905
B) 1912
C) 1915
D) 1920
  • 7. In the story, which event does Aschenbach witness that signifies his longing?
A) A sunset
B) A tragedy
C) The beauty of Tadzio
D) A festival
  • 8. How does Aschenbach react to Tadzio's family?
A) With fascination
B) With anger
C) With jealousy
D) With indifference
  • 9. What does Aschenbach believe about youth?
A) It is fleeting
B) It is overrated
C) It should be cherished
D) It is eternal
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