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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ivan realize the further back in his memories he goes?
(a) He really has had a wonderful life.
(b) The more there was that was good in life, the more life there was.
(c) He wishes he could re-live them.
(d) The more of these distant memories he has than of recent times.

2. Why is this year the hardest year of Ivan Ilych?
(a) He is passed over for promotion.
(b) His wife dies.
(c) His wife leaves him.
(d) His daughter is killed.

3. In Chapter 11, Ivan sees that his deceptions have done what?
(a) Distance himself from his children.
(b) Strained his frienship with Peter.
(c) Hidden both life and death from him.
(d) Distanced he and his wife.

4. In Chapter 10, how does Ivan feel about his memories of the past?
(a) The memories are shocking.
(b) The memories are painful.
(c) The memories devastating.
(d) The memories are joyful.

5. Why does the specialist's visit cause Ivan more pain?
(a) Because he does many painful tests.
(b) It gives Ivan a brief moment of false hope.
(c) Because Ivan can't bear to see yet another doctor.
(d) Because he cuts Ivan at the wrists to allow the impurities of his blood to leave the body.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Ivan Ilych able to find a new home that will please both him and his wife?

2. How do most people act toward Ivan?

3. What is Ivan Ilych forced to do with his thoughts of death?

4. Why does Ivan Ilych react to his realization the way he does?

5. What causes Ivan Ilych much distress?

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