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