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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Without the distraction of work, what happens to Ivan Ilych?
(a) He discovers what is wrong with his life.
(b) He realizes how much he loves his wife.
(c) He falls in love with another woman.
(d) He falls into a profound depression.

2. How much money does Ivan Ilych need to be paid?
(a) At least 5,000 rubles.
(b) Enough to buy a summer house.
(c) Enough to afford to send his son to medical school.
(d) No less than 10,000 rubles.

3. What does Ivan Ilych think will solve his new problem?
(a) To obtain a new job.
(b) Go to medical school.
(c) Divorce his wife.
(d) Celebrate his love for his wife with a grand ball.

4. How do Ivan's drugs help his wife and doctors?
(a) The drugs make it easier for him to sleep.
(b) The drugs make them feel better because they ease his pain.
(c) The drugs only serve their convenience in keeping Ivan quiet.
(d) The drugs make Ivan easier to be with.

5. How does Ivan try to live?
(a) As he lived before he was dying.
(b) Carefully, so as not to make his condition worse.
(c) With love in his heart toward all.
(d) Carefree.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long ago did Ivan Ilych start his career?

2. What does Ivan realize when he looks back at his life?

3. Why is this year the hardest year of Ivan Ilych?

4. In Chapter 6, is Ivan able to replace his thoughts of death?

5. What is wrong with Ivan Ilych's current job?

(see the answer key)

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