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Demian

Hermann Hesse

Study Guide

Study Guide

Summary
- Summary & Analysis
- Chapter 1
- Chapter 2
- Chapter 3
- Chapter 4
- Chapter 5
- Chapter 6
- Chapter 7
- Chapter 8
Characters
Literary Devices
- Themes
- Motifs
- Symbols
Quotes
- Important Quotes Explained
Quizzes
Essays
- Mini Essays
- Suggested Essay Topics
Further Study
- Suggestions for Further Reading
- Hermann Hesse and Demian Background

Quizzes

Analysis of Major Characters Quiz

Quizzes Analysis of Major Characters Quiz

1 of 5
Which of the following best describes Sinclair before his first meeting Demian?

Conformist and religious
Curious but confused
Rebellious and temperamental
Heretical and abrasive

2 of 5
What aspect of himself does Sinclair discover through his interactions with Pistorius?

Inability to think critically
Comfortability with conformity
Creativity and originality
Constant need for mentorship

3 of 5
In which of the following ways does the reader see Demian develop throughout the story?

He becomes more irreverent
He stays fairly static
He becomes more violent
He becomes more religious

4 of 5
Which of the following dualities does Frau Eva embody?

Caring and commanding
Mother and romantic object
Feminine and masculine
All of the above

5 of 5
Which of the following roles does Frau Eva not play in Sinclair's life?

Source of constant coddling
Mother figure
Object of romantic love
Source of confidence

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