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