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