In preparation for our final test on the novel later this week, we reviewed Matthew's last test on the novel and addressed any substantive misunderstandings as well as a proliferation of vague pronoun references . I provided suggestions on how to include more detailed but nevertheless succinct answers. I further placed on the board a list of connecting phrases and words to reference when writing in order to achieve cohesive paragraphs. We then discussed the novel focusing on the meaning of word "epiphany" and noting how Ivan is about to experience a deep revelation but as of yet still can not fathom how and why God would end his life with such suffering even though Ivan was so respectable and proper . Where the study guide homework answers were not supported by the novel, I challenged Matthew to find textual support for those responses . This exercise proved productive as Matthew was then readily able to revise his answers independently For HW- finish reading the novel and complete study guide with a focus on whether Ivan's death is a triumph or failure.