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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose words of wisdom about sacrifice does Vladimir recall in Chapter 20?

2. Who does Zinaida invite to go riding with her in Chapter 13?

3. At the end of Chapter 16, what does Vladimir wonder about?

4. What is Byelovzorov unable to find for Zinaida in Chapter 13?

5. Where does Vladimir find his father after he sees Zinaida on the horse?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev's biographical information and discuss how it relates to his construction of the book "First Love." What elements of his life does the author incorporate into his book?

Essay Topic 2

Which character is the voice of Turgenev's story. Why did Turgenev elect to tell the story in this character's voice? How would the story be different if it was told in other characters voice? Be sure to provide the definition of voice in your essay.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the importance of poetry in Turgenev's book. How does Turgenev use poetry in his book? What is Turgenev's history with poetry. Discuss one time in the book that poetry plays a significant role in the story and why.

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