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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Mitch went home after his third visit with Morrie, he made a list of questions for Morrie to answer. Why did he want Morrie to answer those questions?
(a) Because Morrie was a smart guy.
(b) Because Morrie knew how to answer questions well.
(c) Because Morrie knew what was important in life.
(d) Because Morrie was an old guy.

2. What did Mitch bring for Morrie on this first Tuesday?
(a) Food.
(b) Drinks.
(c) A wheelchair.
(d) A book.

3. When Mitch returned to Detroit after visiting London, he was out of his newspaper job. What happened?
(a) The unions at his newspaper had gone on strike.
(b) Mitch got fired for staying in London too long.
(c) Mitch decided he didn't want to write for the newspaper anymore.
(d) People didn't buy his newspaper anymore.

4. Why did it bother Morrie that one day someone else would have to wipe his behind?
(a) He saw it as the ultimate sign of dependency.
(b) Because it made him feel sick.
(c) Because it smells.
(d) He saw it as a sign of weakness.

5. How did Mitch feel about the affection his mentor showed for him during the initial reunion?
(a) He felt sad.
(b) He was surprised.
(c) He didn't like it.
(d) He expected this affection.

6. What were some of the topics Mitch put in his list of questions for Morrie?
(a) Death, fear and aging.
(b) Wealth and possession.
(c) Freedom, war and politics.
(d) Happiness and good fortune.

7. When Mitch returned to Morrie's house on the fourth Tuesday, which item had been added to Morrie's collection of medical equipment?
(a) A scale.
(b) A portable toilet.
(c) An oxygen machine.
(d) An electric wheelchair.

8. Why did Morrie have to break the tragic news of his mother's death?
(a) Because he was very smart for his age.
(b) Because he is the oldest kid.
(c) Because his father was stupid.
(d) Because his father could't read.

9. When his mother was sick during his childhood, Morrie didn't want to get her medicine. Why?
(a) Because he thought if he ignored the fact she was ill, she would get better.
(b) Because he was too busy playing.
(c) Because he didn't believe in medicines.
(d) Because he wanted for his brother to get the medicine.

10. On that first visit, why did Mitch stay in his car instead of jumping out and greeting his mentor?
(a) He was too shy to get out of the car.
(b) He felt unprepared for the reunion.
(c) He felt sick.
(d) He had more important things to do.

11. Not too long after his mother's death, a new and important person appeared in Morrie's life. Who is this person?
(a) Morrie's cousin Eva.
(b) Morrie's grandmother, Eva.
(c) Morrie's stepmother, Eva.
(d) Morrie's aunt Eva.

12. What did Morrie do when he could't go to the bathroom by himself anymore?
(a) He asked his visitors if they mind helping him.
(b) He didn't go anymore.
(c) He started sleeping in the bathroom.
(d) He wore special underwear in which he can urinate.

13. Why did Morrie appreciate the world outside more than Mitch does?
(a) Because he was in a wheelchair.
(b) Because he couldn't drive his car anymore.
(c) Because he enjoyed the weather more than Mitch did.
(d) Because he could't go outside anymore to enjoy that world.

14. On the fourth Tuesday, Mitch touched Morrie's face while doing something. What did he do for Morrie that required this touch?
(a) He adjusted Morrie's glasses.
(b) He gave Morrie food.
(c) He stroked Morrie over his head.
(d) He took Morrie to the bathroom.

15. On the third Tuesday, Mitch brought an item with him to help him remember Morrie forever. What did he bring?
(a) A note pad.
(b) A tape recorder.
(c) An MP3 player.
(d) A camera.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many students are participating in the one last class in "The Curriculum"?

2. During the first Tuesday, Morrie made a promise to Mitch, a promise he had made many times before. Which promise did Morrie make?

3. When Morrie taught his last college course, he announced to his students that he may not be able to finish the course. Why?

4. On the third Tuesday, Mitch and Morrie picked up the relationship they had before. What were their roles?

5. Is Mitch successful with his dream career?

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