"Poor Folk" Quiz
"Poor Folk" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky follows the correspondence between a young woman and a destitute civil servant as they navigate poverty and societal expectations in 19th century Russia.
classics | 167 pages | Published in NaN
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Essay questions
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- How does the theme of poverty and social status influence the characters in 'Poor Folk'?
- Discuss the role of letters in the novel. How do they shape the narrative and reveal the characters' inner thoughts?
- In what ways does Dostoyevsky depict the struggles of the lower class in 'Poor Folk'? Provide examples from the text to support your analysis.
- Examine the relationship between Makar and Varvara and how it evolves throughout the novel. What factors contribute to the development of their relationship?
- How does the setting of St. Petersburg contribute to the overall atmosphere and themes of the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'Poor Folk' and its relevance to the characters' experiences and societal commentary in the novel.
- Explore the portrayal of loneliness and isolation in the novel, particularly in relation to the characters' emotional and psychological states.
