Read the story carefully and make a list of contrasts that you find. Which of the following is probably NOT one of them? A: The contrast between the patient’s physical condition and his will to resist death. B: The contrast between the limited expression in words and actions of the patient and his surging emotions. C: The contrast between what medical science promises and what a doctor can actually do. D: The contrast between the sad condition and the dignity that a man can maintain.

Which of the following are the contrasts you find in the story“The Discus Thrower” ?（ ） A: The contrast between what medical science promises and what a doctor can actually do. B: The contrast between the patient’s physical condition and his will to resist death. C: The contrast between the limited expression in words and actions of the patient and his surging emotions. D: The contrast between the sad condition and the dignity that a man can maintain.

How to make better use of empathy skills? A: Learn to feel the patient’s feelings B: Learn to listen C: Learn to express respect to the patient D: All of the above

中国大学MOOC: Which of the following might NOT be one of the possible thematic implications of the author when he describes the patient’s throwing the plates?

With an intense will to recover, the patient follows the doctor’s orders quite willingly. A: a weak B: a gentle C: a strong