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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Vladimir know he is destined to see again?

2. Who does Vladimir see riding horses with Zinaida in Chapter 14?

3. Which suitor begins to wait on Princess Zasyekin?

4. When does Vladimir go to the spy in Chapter 17?

5. In Chapter 15, who no longer visits the lodge?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe briefly, the history of Russian princesses. Does Princess Zasyekin fit this description? Why or why not? Why is Princess Zasyekin an important character in Turgenev's 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

Argue what you believe to be the climax of Turgenev's book. State specific examples from the book to make your argument.

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