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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Morrie talked to Ted Koppel about the loss of his own mother. How did Morrie feel after losing his mother?
(a) Lonely.
(b) Sad.
(c) Sick.
(d) Lively.

2. When Morrie's body continued to weaken, he started writing notes about his philosophy of dying. These notes turned into an article and an interview. Which newspaper published this article and interview?
(a) The Washington Times.
(b) The Boston Globe.
(c) The Boston Times.
(d) The New York Times.

3. After his selfless act towards Morrie in their second meeting, Mitch had an important realization. What did Mitch realize?
(a) That Morrie was hungry.
(b) That he had to leave.
(c) That Morrie had to go to the bathroom.
(d) That time was running out.

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

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

6. When he was younger, Mitch always had two desires when it came to Morrie. One was to hug him. What was the other desire?
(a) Make him laugh.
(b) Take him to the toilet.
(c) Give him a kiss.
(d) Give him a napkin.

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

8. Why was the ability to speak and to use his hands important to Morrie?
(a) Because he talked with his voice and his hands.
(b) Because he needed his hands to wipe his backside.
(c) Because he liked talking and eating.
(d) Because he talked while he ate.

9. In "Taking Attendance", Mitch flew to London for his job. What did he cover while he's there?
(a) Charles and Diana's marriage.
(b) Roland Garros.
(c) The UK Open.
(d) Wimbledon.

10. What did Mitch promise his wife?
(a) That they will become rich.
(b) That they will start a family.
(c) That they will get a dog.
(d) That they will move to another city.

11. What is the name of Morrie's wife?
(a) Amanda.
(b) Charlotte.
(c) Christel.
(d) Caroline.

12. When Mitch visited his mentor for the first time since college, where was Morrie waiting for him?
(a) In the driveway.
(b) In the study.
(c) In the kitchen.
(d) By the front door.

13. 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 started sleeping in the bathroom.
(c) He didn't go anymore.
(d) He wore special underwear in which he can urinate.

14. When Morrie taught his last college course, he announced to his students that he may not be able to finish the course. Why?
(a) He might get sick.
(b) He might retire.
(c) He might die.
(d) He might get sick of it.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Morrie and his younger brother, David, go right after their mother died?

2. When Mitch was younger, he had a lot of conversations with Morrie. During one of those conversations, Morrie told him that people are pulled in two directions: what they know versus what they feel and what they need versus what they want. What did Morrie answer when Mitch asked him which side wins?

3. Morrie's disease is named after Lou Gehrig. Where did Lou Gehrig say goodbye to all his fans?

4. Which city did Mitch move to after his graduation?

5. In "The Orientation", Mitch gave Morrie a nickname. What is Morrie's nickname?

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