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The Story of Jose The Story of Jose
1. Complete this summary of Jose's health problems:
a) Since birth, she ____________.2. Mention two kinds of treatment that Jose tried.b) This damaged her stomach.
c) Her stomach could not contract and, therefore, _________________.
d) ________________________ and decayed.
e) Jose ________.
f) She _____________ rapidly.
3. How did Rob feel about Jose's illness?
4. How did the specialist react when Jose asked for euthanasia?
5. How did Rob and Jose feel during the last few months of her life?
a) depressed b) frightened c) close d) angry6. How would you describe Jose's mood on the day that she died?
a) calm, peaceful b) sad, tearful c) elated d) miserable7. How does Rob feel about Jose's decision?
8. Scan the article for these details:
a) How old was Jose when she died?b) How long had she been married?
c) How many times was she admitted to hospital?
d) When did she first discuss euthanasia?
e) Who performed euthanasia for Jose?
f) What was her favourite rock group?
9. What similarity can you find between Jose's experience and that of Ken Harrison in "Whose Life Is It Anyway"?