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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ivan Ilych see as "doing his duty?"
(a) To serve the judicial system honorably.
(b) To do whatever pleases his wife.
(c) To be the best father to his children.
(d) To do whatever pleases those in authority.

2. How did Peter Ivanovich learn the fate of the main character?
(a) From reading the newspaper.
(b) From a messager sent to tell him.
(c) From an announcement in the judge's chamber.
(d) From Praskovya Fedorovna.

3. Why does Ivan Ilych take his family there?
(a) To hide from the law.
(b) For a vacation.
(c) For a visit.
(d) To save money.

4. How many of Ivan Ilych's children die?
(a) 2.
(b) None.
(c) 5.
(d) 3.

5. What has happened to the main character?
(a) He has died.
(b) He has been newly wed.
(c) He has been promoted.
(d) He has just become a grandfather.

Short Answer Questions

1. What game does Ivan Ilych like to play?

2. Once settled, what makes Ivan Ilych irritable?

3. What did Praskovya Fedorovna tell Peter Ivanovich about the main character?

4. What relationship is the main character to Peter Ivanovich?

5. How does Ivan Ilych's relationship with his wife affect his work?

(see the answer key)

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