A Problem: Analysis of Family Honor and Moral Dilemmas in Anton Chekhov's Work
Explores the moral dilemma faced by the Uskov family when dealing with Sasha's forgery and non-repayment, highlighting the differing views of paternal uncles and the eventual realization of Sasha's criminal tendencies despite the family's attempts to spare him from punishment.
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A Problem: By Anton Chekhov
1. About the Author January 29, 1860 - July 15, 1904
About the Author Born in Russia, died in Germany. Practiced Medicine. Became a writer. Died when 44 years old.
His Style Tragic themes Lighthearted Satire Russian Lifestyle Nature Peace Quiet
2. Summary So what happened?
The Problem The Uskov family is trying to hide a terrible secret Sasha Uskov, a 25 year-old, forged an IOU and didn t pay it back What should the family do? Pay the dues and save honor? Or don t pay and go for a trial? Keep in mind Sasha has no education or parental guidance He committed crimes in the past
The Uncles Views Paternal Uncle #1: The Colonel Keep the family honor Doesn t want to forgive Sasha Paternal Uncle #2: The Official of the Treasury Don t make the case public Protect the family name Ivan Markovitch: Maternal Uncle All men make mistakes in their youth Slightly punish Sasha so he learns
The Solution While Sasha listens to his uncles He doesn t believe he s a criminal He takes his offense lightly and doesn t care about his future The uncles decide to spare Sasha of punishment, as long as he works with Ivan Sasha is relieved, then is reminded of an event He bribes Ivan Markovitch for 100 rubles Once again, he s in debt Sasha finally realizes he s a criminal
Themes Criminals may not know the acts they commit are wrong. (For this story) Saving family is the most important thing. Some people can never change the wrongs they do.
3. Literary Analysis Dynamic and Static Characters Character Motivation
Definitions And Examples Definition Example Dynamic Character Undergoes important changes during the story. Ivan Does not go through important changes during the story. Static Sasha, Colonel Character Ivan: acting out of good will and care for family Sasha: greed Character Motivatio Character s reason to act n
4. Questions FA Time! (No Brain food)
Question #1 What did Anton Chekhov practice along with writing? A. Engineering B. Medicine C. Art D. Law
Question #2 Which of the following characters are dynamic? A. Ivan Markovitch B. The Colonel C. The official of the Treasury D.Sasha Uskov
Question # 3 Why did Ivan Markovitch want to defend Sasha s wrong? A.Voldemort B.He believed that Sasha made mistakes due to his young age C.He believed that Sasha had no part in the crime D.He was bribed by Sasha
Question # 4 Which of these includes Chekhov s writing style? A.Boring B.Comical C.Tragic Themes D.Biographical
Question # 5 What led to Sasha realising that he was a criminal? A.Nyan Cat B.The colonel forced him to C.He faced an almost fatal accident D. He realised he took advantage of his rights of youth
Credits All Me Vi.neeth Vahipey Thanks to Sahar Sami John Paul Rutigliano Siddhantus Pradhanasaurus Yoganand Pathak
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