Explain a point Kubler-Ross makes about denial
Include a quote from Kubler-Ross to illustrate this point and explain how it relates to
Kubler-Ross’ point; relate that quote back to Kubler-Ross’ point
Discuss an example of denial from Tolstoy
Include a quote from Tolstoy to illustrate this example and explain how it relates to
Tolstoy’s point
Connect the two points you made from Kubler-Ross and Tolstoy to show how what
Kubler-Ross states is shown in the Tolstoy story.
Repeat for all stages.
2. Describe Ivan Ilych’s relationship with three people in the story as he is dying. These could be
his doctors, family, and friends. With each of these relationships, provide some insight from
Kubler-Ross’ book. What do you think she would say to or about these characters? Why? What
advice would you give each of them after reading both The Death of Ivan Ilych and On Death
and Dying?
