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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through III and IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kubler-Ross feel that our inability to cope with death is such a selfish thing?
(a) We do not give enough to charities who are researching terminal illnesses.
(b) We do not focus enough on the needs of the dying patient.
(c) We feel that we are validated in treating others poorly because of our grief.
(d) We do not treat the hospital workers kindly.

2. Why do we psychologically react more severely to death than the ancient man?
(a) We have many more means of defending ourselves.
(b) The life of ancient man was not pleasant, and death was an escape.
(c) We have not been taught the correct coping process.
(d) The ancient man had greater faith.

3. From whom does Kubler-Ross say we should never hide the truth of death?
(a) Anyone.
(b) Children.
(c) The loved ones.
(d) The patient.

4. Who causes the nun to examine her faith?
(a) A Jewish man.
(b) A Catholic priest.
(c) Another nun.
(d) A Methodist pastor.

5. With what concept is a patient in denial usually really trying to deal?
(a) His or her need for help.
(b) The shame of his or her past deeds.
(c) The love for his or her family.
(d) The reality of his or her mortality.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who makes up Kubler-Ross's research team?

2. Why is Kubler-Ross so shocked at American's inability to accept death?

3. What does Kubler-Ross say that we are really denying when we refuse to accept a terminal illness in someone we love?

4. What kind of terminal patient gets less attention and visits, even from the hospital staff?

5. To what does Kubler-Ross wish we could return?

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