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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ivan Ilych marry?
(a) He is in love.
(b) It seems expected of him.
(c) He wants his wife's money.
(d) His father-in-law forces him.

2. What profession is Ivan Ilych?
(a) A teacher.
(b) A judge.
(c) A doctor.
(d) A lawyer.

3. What has Ivan Ilych's ambitions resulted in?
(a) Alienation of his children.
(b) Increasing levels of power at work.
(c) Tension between he and his wife.
(d) Terrible headaches.

4. With whom does Ivan Ilych play the game that he enjoys?
(a) Himself.
(b) His son.
(c) His wife.
(d) His friends.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Peter Ivanovich meet first at Ivan Ilych's house?

2. Once settled, what makes Ivan Ilych irritable?

3. How satisfied with his life is Ivan Ilych?

4. Who is the main character?

5. How much money does Ivan Ilych need to be paid?

(see the answer key)

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