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