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