Understanding Ivan Ilyich's Struggle with Mortality

What does Ivan Ilyich find difficult to apply to himself?

• The logic that all men are mortal

• The concept of immortality

• The notion of invincibility

• The idea of eternal youth

How does Ivan Ilyich attempt to distract himself from thoughts of death?

• By focusing on work and household tasks

• By traveling to new places

• By engaging in philosophical debates

• By spending time with friends

What interrupts Ivan's attempts to distract himself from his mortality?

• His financial troubles

• His recurring pain and illness

• His family's expectations

• His colleagues' opinions

What does Ivan Ilyich try to use to argue his way out of his fate?

• Scientific evidence

• Religious beliefs

• Logical reasoning

• Emotional appeals

Why does Ivan find logic insufficient in dealing with his mortality?

• Because logic is too abstract

• Because logic cannot exempt him from death

• Because logic is not widely accepted

• Because logic is too complex