The Bet by Anton Chekhov Quiz

Mrs. Bubp's 1st period is having a heated debate about the personality traits of the lawyer in 'The Bet' by Anton Chekhov. Can you help them settle the argument?

• His traits are: intelligent, cunning, and philosophical

• His traits are: shy, timid, and introverted

• His traits are: lazy, forgetful, and uneducated

• His traits are: aggressive, impulsive, and reckless

Imagine you're in a coffee house book club. You really want to stay and be a part of the action because of the newbie you have your eye on...They're discussing the character of the banker in your latest read: How would you say the banker's character changes throughout the story?

What do you contribute to get a glance from the newbie?

• The banker becomes remorseful and regretful

• The banker becomes a successful businessman

• The banker becomes a professional athlete

• The banker becomes a philanthropist

Imagine you are a contestant on Jeopardy. You chose from the category 'Character Analysis'. It said: The significance of the prisoner's character development in 'The Bet'? What would your best answer be ?

• Is the significance hidden in the exploration of human nature, morality, and the value of life?

• Does the significance lie in the prisoner's cooking skills and his interaction with others?

• Could it be about the weather conditions described in the story?

• Is it all about the main character's love life?

Okay, now-Let's dive into a theme exploration. Can you figure out the main theme of 'The Bet' and how it's developed throughout the story?

• Is it about the relentless pursuit of wealth and power?

• Does it emphasize the importance of family and tradition?

• Maybe it's a celebration of nature and the environment?

• Could it be about the value of human life and the pursuit of knowledge?

Theme exploration: Imagine we are discussing the theme of isolation in 'The Bet' for a coveted prize. How do you explain the role of isolation in the story in order to be the prize winner?

• You say, 'The main character isolates himself to focus on his work and avoid distractions.'

• You say, 'The main character isolates himself due to a contagious disease outbreak.'

• You say, 'The main character isolates himself to avoid punishment for a crime.'

• You say, 'The main character voluntarily isolates himself for 15 years to prove a point about the nature of human existence.'

Let's dive into a theme exploration, folks! Imagine Noah, Benjamin, and Aria are characters in the story. How does the theme of materialism impact their lives and choices? Discuss.

• Does the beauty of nature influence Noah, Benjamin, and Aria's choices?

• How significant is education in shaping Noah, Benjamin, and Aria's lives?

• Does the pursuit of material possessions impact Noah, Benjamin, and Aria's lives and choices?

• How does the advancement of technology affect Noah, Benjamin, and Aria's lives?

Let's talk symbolism. Can you identify and explain the use of symbolism in 'The Bet'? Give it a shot!

• Does the symbolism in 'The Bet' represent the idea of greed and materialism?

• Or does it showcase the theme of love and romance?

• Maybe it emphasizes the importance of physical appearance over inner qualities?

• Or could it be highlighting the contrast between material wealth and spiritual fulfillment?

Imagine you're in a literature club with your new boo. You are trying to impress him/her. Everyone is discussing Chekhov's works. One person asks, 'How does Chekhov use irony to convey a message in his stories?' How would you answer to make sure you get another date?

• Through Metaphor

• Through Situational irony

• Through Dramatic irony

• Through Verbal irony

Time to get psychological...Let's dive into the mind of Chekhov. What do you think was his purpose in writing 'The Bet'?

• To explore the themes of human nature, morality, and the value of life.

• To discuss the history of Russian literature and the theory of the mind.

• To provide a step-by-step guide on how to write a short story

• To promote the benefits of gambling

WMEE is giving away $100 if you can correctly answer the following question: How does the author of 'The Bet' use of suspense contribute to the overall message of the story?

• The author's use of suspense confuses the reader and muddles the message, making it difficult to find meaning in the story.

• The author's use of suspense creates tension and anticipation, drawing the reader into the story and emphasizing the message or theme.

• The author's use of suspense is irrelevant to the overall message of the story and has no impact on its outcome.

• The author's use of suspense distracts from the overall message of the story