The Death of Ivan Ilych | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. What is the setting of Chapter 1?

The setting of Chapter 1 begins in a judge's chambers but, for the most part, the setting of Chapter 1 is Ivan Ilych's house.

2. Name four components of the plot in Chapter 1.

Components of plot in Chapter 1 include Peter Ivanovich reading the newspaper. Peter reads about the death of Ivan Ilych. Peter announces Ivan's death to those in the judge's chambers with him. Each man in the room starts to think about who will fill his post and what promotion this might mean for himself. Several of the men realize they will have to go to the funeral at one o'clock on Friday.

Peter arrives at Ivan's home to pay his respects. Ivan's wife pulls Peter aside for a talk. He realizes he is trapped at the funeral and cannot make a short...
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