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