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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gurov catch sight of while consoling Anna in Chapter 4?

2. What had none of the women that Gurov had previously been with, been in their time with him?

3. What does Gurov ask Anna to do with him rather than cry?

4. What show is being performed at the local theater in Chapter 3?

5. What Moscow specialty accompanies meat served in a frying pan?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the rising of tension in Chapter 3. What is the danger involved for the main characters? What stylistic techniques does the author employ to achieve this rising tension?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss symbolism and motif in The Lady with the Pet Dog. What is the prominent motif which is expressed in the text? What does it represent? How does it connect to the themes of the story?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of "Longing" in The Lady with the Pet Dog. In which chapter is this theme the most prominent? How does this play a part in the transformation of the protagonist?

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