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

Short Answer Questions

1. Upon what sea is Yalta located?

2. Fill in the blank: "He did not dream of Anna, she accompanied him everywhere he went like __________."

3. When does Gurov leave to see Anna in Chapter 3?

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

5. What is the literary device which informs the reader of Gurov's past, age, marital status, and history?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Discuss the three different settings of the novella. How do they compare and contrast with one another? How can this be seen symbolically?

Essay Topic 3

Are the conflicts in The Lady with the Pet Dog primarily external conflicts or internal conflicts? Define both of these terms and give examples of them from the text.

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