Question

When Sergei realizes that Yoni is dead, he must make a decision. What conflicting motivations must he sort out before he can decide whether or not to use his final wish? Be sure to cite specific textual evidence in support of your response.

Answer 1

The conflicting motivations must Sergei sort out before he can decide whether or not to use his final wish is that he should choose either to desire that Yoni to be should be alive again and released the goldfish, or simply keep the desire so Sergei can have an company with the goldfish for himself.