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