Question

The literature of nineteenth-century realism depicted everyday life in a realistic way. Which statements show that Leo Tolstoy’s The Death of Ivan Ilyich is a realist text?
A.the description of human struggles in the form of Ivan Ilyich’s suffering
B.the faithfulness of relationships that Ivan Ilyich experiences toward the end of his life
C.the romantic tension that occurs between Ivan Ilyich and his wife
D.the difference between superficial and authentic living
E.the plot ending with a surprising turn of events

Answer 1

Answer A: the description of human struggles in the form of Ivan Ilyich’s suffering The idea of realism implies that there is no fantastic or happy endings. Realism is very cynical and down to earth.