Morrie: In His Own Words Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Morrie Schwartz
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Morrie: In His Own Words Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Morrie Schwartz
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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Schwartz, what is the most constant feeling one has when in declining health?

2. What did Schwartz refer to as the most surprising occurrence in beginning of his illness?

3. Schwartz states that there will be times when one is psychologically ________ due to one's illness.

4. According to Schwartz, what is the very best way to avoid letting one's emotions spiral out of control?

5. How long was Schwartz a professor?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 1, Schwartz's disease and its signs and symptoms are described. Explain his diagnosis and what is occurring in his body.

2. In Chapter 3, Morrie discusses how he was able to overcome his mother's death. Explain the special circumstances that help Morrie cope.

3. Morrie spends a lot of time discussing forgiveness. Explain the concept of forgiveness, as it is presented in Chapter 5.

4. In Chapter 4, Morrie explains the importance of developing peace. Describe the importance of finding peace for one experiencing declining health.

5. In Chapter 3, the importance of family and friends in relation to grief is explained. Discuss the connection.

6. Using text from Chapter 3, discuss Morrie's thoughts on grief as a natural emotion.

7. In Chapter 5, Morrie stresses the importance of healing past relationships. Describe which past relationships should be focused on and why.

8. In Chapter 5, Morrie states that one must learn from the past. Explain how this is possible.

9. Explain what Morrie describes as the most difficult concept to handle when in declining health.

10. In Chapter 1, Morrie Schwartz is described. Describe Schwartz's occupation and what major contribution he made to the world of psychology.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the book one of the major themes is the theme of forgiveness. Explain this theme as it relates to the book, using specific details to support your answers. What personal story did Morrie tell to help reiterate this theme?

Essay Topic 2

A major elements of Schwartz writing is the internal conflict of man versus man. More specifically it is Morrie versus his own health. Explain this conflict. What various emotions does Morrie display due to the impact his health is having on his physical limitations?

Essay Topic 3

Overcoming adversity is a major theme developed throughout the book. Explain the theme of overcoming adversity. Use specific examples from the book to support your answer.

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