Tuesdays with Morrie Quiz

What does Morrie miss most due to his illness?

• A) Teaching his classes.

• B) Dancing.

• C) Running.

• D) Eating solid foods.

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What metaphor does Morrie use to describe his dependency on others?

• A) A bird in a cage.

• B) A child learning to walk.

• C) A leaf falling from a tree.

• D) An infant being cared for by a parent.

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What lesson does Morrie share about community and society?

• A) That society values people based on their wealth.

• B) That a sense of community is essential for happiness.

• C) That individualism is more important than community.

• D) That society does not impact an individual's happiness.

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How does Morrie suggest one should deal with regret?

• A) By ignoring it.

• B) By dwelling on it.

• C) By learning from it and moving on.

• D) By seeking revenge.

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What does Morrie refer to when he talks about "the tension of opposites"?

• A) The struggle between life and death.

• B) The conflict between rich and poor.

• C) The balance between work and family.

• D) The difference between love and hate.

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What is Morrie's view on the culture we live in?

• A) It's a perfect model for other societies.

• B) It emphasizes the wrong priorities.

• C) It is the best at providing for its elderly.

• D) It values education above all.

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What does Morrie believe is the only rational act?

• A) Wealth accumulation.

• B) Love in all its forms.

• C) Pursuit of happiness.

• D) Educational attainment.

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Who does Morrie describe as his "living funeral"?

• A) His former students.

• B) His family members.

• C) The people who visit him on Tuesdays.

• D) The attendees of his last lecture.

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During "The Fourth Tuesday," what subject do Mitch and Morrie discuss?

• A) The fear of aging.

• B) The importance of forgiveness.

• C) How to live a meaningful life.

• D) The concept of regret.

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In "The Fifth Tuesday," what do Mitch and Morrie discuss?

• A) How to face death.

• B) The importance of family.

• C) The concept of forgiveness.

• D) The meaning of life.

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