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Tuesdays with Morrie

An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson

Mitch Albom

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The Years Apart+
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Question 1 of 7
How did Morrie establish a unique, close connection with Mitch during Mitch's college years?
  • A. By asking Mitch to call him 'Coach' instead of Professor.
  • B. By asking Mitch what name he preferred to be called and expressing a desire to be friends.
  • C. By inviting Mitch to live at his house during his senior year.
  • D. By excusing Mitch from all final exams to help build his self-confidence.
Question 2 of 7
Before reconnecting with Morrie, how is Mitch Albom's life described?
  • A. He was struggling financially and unable to find steady work as a writer.
  • B. He had become a famous musician but lost touch with his family.
  • C. He was highly successful by society's standards but felt restless and unsatisfied.
  • D. He was working as a life coach but felt like an imposter in his profession.
Question 3 of 7
How did Morrie choose to handle his terminal ALS diagnosis?
  • A. He asked friends and family not to treat him differently so he could continue sharing his wisdom and discussing life.
  • B. He immediately retired from teaching and moved to an isolated hospice facility to rest.
  • C. He dedicated his remaining time exclusively to finding a medical cure for the disease.
  • D. He withdrew from society, feeling sorry for himself and refusing visitors.
Question 4 of 7
What unexpected event in Mitch's professional life gave him the time to visit Morrie every Tuesday?
  • A. He was unexpectedly fired from his job as a sportswriter.
  • B. He took a voluntary sabbatical to write a book about philosophy.
  • C. He retired early after making a fortune in sports media.
  • D. His newspaper union went on strike, leaving him unable to work.
Question 5 of 7
According to Morrie, what should a person do when their culture isn't providing a fulfilling life?
  • A. Accept it as a normal part of adulthood and focus on career success.
  • B. Turn away from it and create your own purpose and meaning.
  • C. Relocate to a different society that has better values.
  • D. Dedicate your life to protesting against the media and corporations.
Question 6 of 7
Why did Morrie decide to hold a 'living funeral' during the last half year of his life?
  • A. To raise money for ALS research and support his family after his death.
  • B. Because he didn't believe in traditional religious ceremonies after death.
  • C. So he could experience and appreciate the wonderful things his loved ones had to say about him while he was still alive.
  • D. To practice his own eulogy and ensure his final message was delivered perfectly.
Question 7 of 7
Why does Mitch suspect Morrie chose to take his last breath when no one was in his room?
  • A. Because he wanted to spare his loved ones the pain of watching him die.
  • B. Because he was angry at his family for stepping out of the room.
  • C. Because the doctors had asked the family to leave for a medical procedure.
  • D. Because he wanted to prove his independence until the very end.

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Tuesdays with Morrie Summary & Overview

Tuesdays with Morrie (1997) chronicles an important relationship in Mitch Albom’s life – the one between himself and his old college professor, Morrie. As they reconnect during the professor’s final months of life, they discuss everything from greed and forgiveness to death and a meaningful life. 

Who Should Listen to Tuesdays with Morrie?

  • Anyone who feels lost 
  • Individuals actively searching for meaning and purpose
  • People contemplating how to live a good life

About the Author: Mitch Albom

Mitch Albom is an author and musician. In his early career, he was a sportswriter and radio host. His other books include The Five People You Meet in Heaven and The Stranger in the Lifeboat.

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