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

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Islayev describe as "an absolutely splendid man"?

2. What pain is Islayev suffering at the beginning of Act 5?

3. Which character sings a song at the end of Act 4, Part 1?

4. Vera realizes in Act 4, Part 2, that which character was "jealous" of her?

5. Who calls the doctor for Natalya in Act 5, Part 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the significance of Katya and Anna in propelling the plot forward.

Essay Topic 2

How are characters' alliances formed and broken during the play? Who normally allies with whom? How do unusual pairings affect events? Explain, defending your position with specific evidence from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Describe how Turgenev uses minor characters for comic relief in the play.

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