Question

Which statement is the most accurate summary of this excerpt from Leo Tolstoy’s The Death of Ivan Ilyich?

Answer 1

It might seem to be controversial because all the statements look alike  though, but if you read the excerpt properly you will understand which of these options embraces the meaning  of all of them and reveals the general idea. Definitely, Ivan Ilyich feels lonely, and his childhood memories cause him more pain - is the most accurate summary of the excerpt shared above, at least because during his internal dialogue, Ivan Ilyich  mentions "No, I mustn't think of that (childhood)....It is too painful".

Answer 2

c) Ivan Ilyich is feeling lonely, and he longs for a good friend or acquaintance.