Question

Which of the following is the most accurate summary of chapters 9–12 of The Death of Ivan Ilyich?

Ivan Ilyich prays for relief from his terrible pain. He consults more doctors, but his condition worsens. He wonders why a good man like himself had to die so young. His wife makes him realize that death is inevitable and, therefore, that he should accept death gracefully. Ivan Ilyich dies at peace.


As Ivan Ilyich’s pain worsens, he ponders the meaning of life and death. He refuses to accept death and decides to fight it by renewing his faith in God. He takes communion. Then he thinks of his happy childhood and his successful career. When death strikes, Ivan Ilyich is finally at peace.

Ivan Ilyich is in great physical and mental agony as death approaches. He pities himself and feels angry and bitter toward the world. Then he has a conversation with his inner self and realizes his entire life after childhood had been wasted. Ivan Ilyich is finally at peace with himself in his last days.

When Ivan Ilyich learns that he is dying, he reflects on his life and discovers that he was never truly happy. He is terrified of death and loses his mind completely. At this point his young son kisses his hand, and he is filled with compassion for his wife and children.

Answer 1

Ivan Ilyich is in great physical and mental agony as death approaches. He pities himself and feels angry and bitter toward the world. Then he has a conversation with his inner self and realizes his entire life after childhood had been wasted. Ivan Ilyich is finally at peace with himself in his last days.

Step-by-step explanation:

With impending death comes reflection for Ivan