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