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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many main characters are in The Lady with the Pet Dog?

2. What color is the fence surrounding Anna's house?

3. What do Anna and Gurov begin to feel as the musicians begin tuning their instruments in the theater?

4. What is missing from The Lady with the Pet Dog?

5. What does the horseman not have in Gurov's room at the hotel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss "Slice of Life" realism. What does this term mean? How does it apply to The Lady with the Pet Dog?

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 autobiographical elements of The Lady with the Pet Dog to Anton Chekhov's life. What characteristics did he share with the characters? What of the setting?

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