The Nose CAP. 1

1. What unusual event takes place on March 25th in St. Petersburg?

1. Who is Barber Ivan Yakovlevitch?

• A city politician

• A barber

• A police officer

• A baker

1. What does Ivan Yakovlevitch find in the roll baked by his wife?

1. How does Ivan attempt to dispose of the nose?

1. What response does Ivan get when he tries to throw the nose into the gutter?

1. Describe Ivan Yakovlevitch's demeanor throughout the events.

1. What is the significance of the setting (St. Petersburg) in the story?

1. How does Ivan's wife react to the discovery of the nose?

1. What kind of shop does Ivan visit after discarding the nose?

1. What do you think the nose symbolizes in this section?