Anton Chekhov conceived of this play, which turned out to be his last, as a comedy,designating it “A Comedy in Four Acts” and even emphasizing to the Moscow Art Theatre that the last act should be “merry and frivolous.” He suggested that some portions were even farcical. Nevertheless, most interpretations and theatrical productions have emphasized its tragic aspects. It is understandable why the playwright’s intentions have been largely disregarded; the subject is a serious and depressing one including the family’s loss of their ancestral home and removal from it and other sad developments as well. The destruction of the orchard also represents the destruction of illusions—sad, to be sure, but perhaps hopeful.
Thus, as the inevitable change in society with the dawning of the 20th Century comes, the play represents this time period and portrays an end of an aristocratic era with both tragic and comic elements. The play is best characterized as a tragicomedy.
Answer:The theme of “Harlem” is provided in the opening question, as the speaker asks the reader to consider the effects of putting off fulfilling one’s dream. The theme is the choice between optimism and pessimism.
Answer: to describe the meaning of the shell strings.
In this excerpt, the author explains to us what the meaning of the shell strings is. He tells us that the shells symbolize the union of the nations. Option B is incorrect, as the passage does not discuss anything related to the consequences of disobeying one's tribe. Option C is similarly incorrect, as the passage does not mention any of the traditions of the Lords. Finally, the passage does not explain the history of each tribe.
5. This says that Lennie has the obedience of a dog. He listens to George and would go as far as jumping of a cliff if told so.
(I hope this helps you. Read this book last year so might be a bit off. Try using google too; Ex: "Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 analysis", I usually find helpful information)
