Sum up the reactions of Ivan’s colleagues to the news of his death. Whatis implied in Tolstoy’s calling them “so-called friends”?
What will be an ideal response?
- “The first thought of each of the gentlemen in the room was of the effect this death might have on the transfer or promotion of themselves or their friends” (par. 5). Then, after these selfish hopes, they thought of their boring duties: to attend the funeral, to visit Ivan’s widow (par. 18). Tolstoy suggests Ivan had no true friends but only “so-called friends” (par. 18).
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What will be an ideal response?
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