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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who causes the nun to examine her faith?
(a) A Catholic priest.
(b) A Methodist pastor.
(c) Another nun.
(d) A Jewish man.

2. What has taken away a great deal of comfort for those struggling with a terminal illness, according to Kubler-Ross?
(a) The decline of religion.
(b) The strict visitation rules at hospitals.
(c) The selfishness of the general public.
(d) The unkept promises of doctors.

3. What terminal disease does the nun in chapter IV have?
(a) Hodgkin's disease.
(b) Lung cancer.
(c) ALS.
(d) Parkinson's disease.

4. From what is the patient in chapter VI dying?
(a) Cancer.
(b) Parkinson's.
(c) Hodgkin's.
(d) ALS.

5. What does Kubler-Ross say is more important than fluids and pain medication for one who is dying?
(a) Faith and hope for a cure.
(b) Patience, friendship, and support.
(c) Handling of legal logistics.
(d) A silent partner to see him or her through.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who finally recognized and diagnosed the nun's disease?

2. What is the name of the terminal patient interviewed in chapter VI?

3. What is usually the best way to help angry patients push past their feelings of anger?

4. What creates the greatest amount of stress for a terminal patient?

5. What do we need to strengthen the most in ourselves, according to Kubler-Ross?

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