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