Tuesdays With Morrie Chapters 1-7 Quiz

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Name two things that were expected of Mitch during his 'classes' with his old professor, Morrie.

He must respond to questions and he was expected to pose questions of his own. He sometimes had to do physical tasks.

Name three physical descriptions of Morrie that Mitch describes in this chapter.

He was a small man with small steps. He had sparkling blue-green eyes, thinning silver hair, big ears, a triangular nose, and tufts of graying eyebrows.

What does 'in lieu of' mean?

Because of
For the sake of
Instead of (correct)
In addition to

What does 'whisk' mean?

To take or move suddenly and quickly (D) Signup and view all the answers

After Morrie is diagnosed with ALS, what two activities can he no longer do?

Dance or walk. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'living funeral'?

A ceremony to celebrate or remember somebody's life after they have died. You have it when someone is still alive, but just before someone is expected to die. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'prominent' mean?

Important; famous (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'demise' refer to?

A person's death (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did Mitch's life change after his uncle's funeral?

He realized he was going to die eventually and needed something to show for his life. As a result, he went back to school and got a master's degree in journalism. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'averting' mean?

Turn away (one's eyes or thoughts) (C) Signup and view all the answers

To 'bury' oneself in something means to involve oneself deeply in something to the exclusion of other concerns.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Morrie get the attention of a producer of the ABC show, 'Nightline'?

A Boston Globe reporter wrote a story on Morrie, and the producer saw the headline. Signup and view all the answers

How is a television involved in Mitch's reconnecting with Morrie?

One night, Mitch is flipping the channels on his television and recognizes Morrie's voice. He finds out Morrie is dying. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'narcissist' refer to?

A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'inducing' mean?

Bring about or give rise to (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Morrie, why are so many of the people that visit him unhappy?

He believes that the culture we live in causes sadness. The media provides us with images that are impossible to live up to, thus giving us a sense of defeat within ourselves. Signup and view all the answers

What does Morrie mean when he says, 'create your own culture'?

He believed that if our culture doesn't work and leaves us feeling inept or unworthy, we need to change it. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'the tension of opposites'?

Life pulls alternately back and forth, like a wrestling match. Love, he says, always wins. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'serene' mean?

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil (C) Signup and view all the answers

Name three activities that are a part of Morrie's culture.

Dancing, discussion groups, and walking with friends. Signup and view all the answers

What does Morrie say is the way to get meaning into your life?

Devote yourself to loving others, your community, and creating something that gives you purpose and meaning. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'alienation' refer to?

Isolation or detachment (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Expectations in Mitch and Morrie's 'Classes'

Mitch was expected to respond to Morrie's questions and also pose his own.
Physical tasks were sometimes part of their meetings.

Morrie's Physical Description

Morrie is a small man, noticeable by his small steps.
He has vivid blue-green eyes, thinning silver hair, prominent ears, a triangular nose, and graying eyebrows.
Morrie's teeth are crooked, with lower teeth slanting back.

Concepts and Definitions

In lieu of: Means instead of or as a substitute for something else.
Whisk: Refers to moving someone or something suddenly and quickly.

Morrie's Health and Its Impact

After being diagnosed with ALS, Morrie can no longer dance or walk.
Living funeral: A ceremony held to celebrate someone's life while they are still alive but close to death.

Changes in Mitch's Life

Following his uncle's funeral, Mitch recognized his mortality and sought purpose, leading him to earn a master's degree in journalism.

Emotional Responses

Mitch felt a mix of shame and guilt upon arriving at Morrie's house, reflecting on the years that had passed since their last meeting.

Cultural Critique

Morrie identifies modern culture as a source of unhappiness, suggesting the media creates unattainable standards.
He advocates for creating one's own culture when the existing one feels inadequate.

Life Philosophy

Morrie describes the "tension of opposites" as life's contrasting experiences, with love ultimately prevailing.
He encourages devotion to three core aspects for meaning: loving others, community involvement, and creating purposeful contributions.

Activities in Morrie's Culture

Morrie's culture includes activities such as dancing, discussing thoughts in groups, and walking with friends, promoting engagement and connection.

Emotional State and Reflection

As Mitch reconnects with Morrie via television, it highlights the significance of their relationship and the impact of time apart.

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Test your knowledge on the first seven chapters of 'Tuesdays With Morrie'. This quiz covers key concepts, character descriptions, and expectations in Mitch's classes with Morrie. Challenge yourself to remember the details and insights from this touching narrative.