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