Question

How does Leo Tolstoy contrast the characters of Gerasim and Ivan Ilyich in The Death of Ivan Ilyich? Ivan Ilyich doesn’t like materialistic people, and Gerasim doesn’t hate anybody. Gerasim shows concern for Ivan Ilyich, whereas Ivan has led a self-centered life. Ivan Ilyich doesn’t treat Gerasim as his son, but Gerasim treats Ivan as his father. Gerasim is unhappy as a servant, whereas Ivan Ilyich is proud of his position in society.

Answer 1

The answer should be C. Ivan Ilyich ordered Gerasim to tend to him, and Gerasim always obeys his master's orders. Hope this helped.

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Answer 2

The best answer to this question should be...

c ) Ivan Ilyich doesn't treat Gerasim as his son, but Gerasim treats Ivan as his father.

In "The Death of Ivan Ilyich," many direct and (some) indirect incidents occur where Ilyich doesn't treat Gerasim like any other father would usually treat his son. Although, there are many scenes where Ivan keeps his cool and continues to treat Gerasim kindly.


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