Death of Ivan Ilyich Flashcards
War and Peace
Historical Fiction
The Story of a Horse
defamiliarization
The Raid
Journalism
Kreutzer Sonata
Beethoven
Childhood
Autobiographical Novel
Anna Karenina
psychological
Who was Tolstoy’s chief disciple
Vladamir Chetkov
What was Tolstoy’s estate
Yasnaya Polyana
Who’s Invasion of Russia was War and Peace about?
Napoleon’s
Sonya was not only his wife but his..
Secretary
What was the source of all of Tolstoy’s ideas?
The Sermon on the Mount
What did Tolstoy preach, however being hypocritical of this?
Abstinence
What was another work of Tolstoy?
Resurrection
What is the significance of Gerasim?
In the story, Gerasim kind of symbolizes a Christ-like figure. He is also a very caring person toward Ivan.
What were some of the reactions of Ivan’s coworkers as a result of his death?
Some were happy that there was a new job for one of them to take as a promotion, some were glad that they weren’t the ones who died, others were mad about having to go to the funeral.. however all of them acted upset at Ivan’s death
How much did Ivan want to be paid?
5,000 roubles
Explain Christian anarchism
These people believed in Jesus, but did not necessarily believe in some of the bible or church’s teachings, and also do not believe that there should be a hierarchy within the church.
Two people influenced by Tolstoy
Anyone who took place in peaceful protests and things of that nature. two examples would be MLK and Ghandi
How does the story reject materialism
Throughout the entire story Ivan could be described as being very materialistic. He cares about making money and enjoying himself by having physical possessions while he does not really have great relationships with friends or family. He spends most of his time at work instead of with family and even stays late at work, blowing off his family. However, the story really begins to show a rejection toward materialism at the end of Ivan’s life. While dying, he begins to reflect on his life like most people and it becomes apparent that he is beginning to regret the way he used to be and wishes he had better relationships and spent more time with friends and family.
How is it about a mans wasted life
This book is about a man’s wasted life because of the way Ivan decided to live his life. He was somewhat of a selfish man who focused on the less important things in life. He was materialistic and as a result of that he worked long hours so he could make more money instead of actually enjoying his life. He didn’t spend much time with family or friends and this could’ve been a reason he was so miserable however he never realized that. Ivan almost went about life waiting to die. It was clear he was never satisfied and maybe even a stressed man because of the way he decided to live his life. All of these examples are reasons why Ivan did not live his life to the fullest. He can only blame himself.
