Tuesdays With Morrie and English Content

How did Mitch and Morrie meet?

• Morrie is Mitch’s grandpa.

• Morrie was Mitch’s college professor.

• Morrie is Mitch’s parents’ next-door neighbor.

• Morrie was Mitch’s college advisor.

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What is Morrie diagnosed with?

• Cancer

• Parkinson's Disease

• Alzheimer's

• ALS

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How does Mitch discover Morrie is sick?

• Through the college letter that asks for donations.

• Through the Koppel Nightline television segment.

• At a funeral they both attended.

• Morrie's wife Charlotte calls him.

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What is the name of the University Morrie taught at and Mitch attended?

• Harvard University

• Boston University

• University of Massachusetts

• Brandeis University

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What did Morrie love to do before being diagnosed with his condition?

• Karate

• Gymnastics

• Dance

• Ice Skate

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How does Mitch struggle as an adult after college graduation?

• Mitch wanted to be a musician, but nobody was interested in his talent.

• Mitch wanted to be a college professor but couldn’t afford Grad School.

• Mitch wanted to be an artist, but nobody would buy his work.

• Mitch wanted to be a doctor but couldn’t mentally handle Med School.

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How did Morrie use the media to spread his lessons to others?

• He starts a pen pal program via Facebook.

• He sets up a YouTube page.

• He appears on Good Morning America.

• He appears on Nightline.

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What subject does Morrie teach at the University

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Composition

• Education

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What does Mitch value the most in life?

• His family

• Following his dreams

• Work

• Having children

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What nickname does Mitch call Morrie? Why does he call him this?

• Mitch calls Morrie “teacher” to signify Morrie’s guidance in life.

• Mitch calls Morrie “Gandhi” to signify his wisdom and life lessons.

• Mitch calls Morrie “old man” to signify their playful bond and mentorship.

• Mitch calls Morrie “coach” to signify each other’s roles in the mentorship that they

  share.

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