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Objective: This lesson focuses on setting. The Cherry Orchard is Anton Chekhov's last play, set in Russia during the turn of the century. The setting of The Cherry Orchard is heavily inspired by the social upheaval following the Emancipation of slaves in Russia and how the new class system comes into play. The futility of the aristocracy's attempt to maintain superiority without funds to do so, and the attempts by the rising middle class to attain materialistic gain, are both struggles that play out in The Cherry Orchard. Tasks: 1) Independent Activity: Students are to research the period in Russian history between 1860-1910. Have them construct a time line of the events and write a few paragraphs discussing the difficulties of establishing a new social hierarchy following abolition. 2) Class Discussion: Introduce the play to the class. Discuss the major themes of The Cherry Orchard, particularly the theme of...

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