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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Death of Ivan Ilych.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ivan Ilych begin his career?
(a) As an intern.
(b) As a provincial magistrate.
(c) As a foot soldier.
(d) As a clerk.

2. What does Ivan Ilych develop a passion for?
(a) Horse-racing.
(b) Courtesans.
(c) Bridge.
(d) Roulette.

3. What do Marya's boredom and depression turn into?
(a) Creativity.
(b) Illness.
(c) Self-destructive behavior.
(d) Jealousy.

4. What was Ivan Ilych promoted to after three years in his second position?
(a) Provincial director.
(b) Assistant public prosecutor.
(c) Judge.
(d) Surgeon.

5. How does Marya say her marriage to Sergey affects her relationship with the world?
(a) It makes her vulnerable.
(b) It makes her curious.
(c) It makes her oblivious.
(d) It makes her rhapsodic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Vanyusha?

2. How much was Ivan Ilych given for moving expenses to get to his Court of Justice appointment?

3. Why does Dmitri go to the Caucasus?

4. How does Tolstoy say Ivan Ilych's mood changed during his illness?

5. How would you describe the nature Dmitri expects to find in the Caucasus?

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