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| 1 | +How does Raskolnikov’s initial crime drive the plot of the novel? |
| 2 | +Why does Raskolnikov choose to murder Alyona Ivanovna, the pawnbroker? |
| 3 | +How does the murder affect Raskolnikov psychologically throughout the story? |
| 4 | +What role does the subplot involving the Marmeladov family play in the main story? |
| 5 | +How does Raskolnikov’s relationship with his sister, Dunya, develop throughout the novel? |
| 6 | +Why does Raskolnikov confess to the murder at the end of the novel? |
| 7 | +How does Raskolnikov’s internal struggle between guilt and justification evolve over the course of the novel? |
| 8 | +What is the significance of Raskolnikov’s decision to kill Lizaveta as well as the pawnbroker? |
| 9 | +How does Porfiry Petrovich manipulate Raskolnikov psychologically in their encounters? |
| 10 | +How does the setting of St. Petersburg contribute to the atmosphere of the novel? |
| 11 | +How does Raskolnikov's interaction with the police develop his character arc? |
| 12 | +In what ways do dreams play a role in shaping Raskolnikov's choices throughout the novel? |
| 13 | +How do Raskolnikov's changing plans after the murder reveal his inner conflict? |
| 14 | +What role does Razumikhin play in balancing the dark psychological elements of the plot? |
| 15 | +How does Dostoevsky use suspense and pacing to intensify the psychological tension in the story? |
| 16 | +What motivates Raskolnikov to commit the murder beyond financial need? |
| 17 | +How does Sonya’s character represent a moral compass in contrast to Raskolnikov? |
| 18 | +What role does Dunya play in Raskolnikov’s sense of family and duty? |
| 19 | +In what ways is Razumikhin a foil to Raskolnikov’s character? |
| 20 | +What does Raskolnikov's relationship with his mother, Pulcheria Alexandrovna, reveal about his personality? |
| 21 | +How does the character of Svidrigailov contribute to the theme of moral ambiguity? |
| 22 | +In what ways is Svidrigailov a double or mirror to Raskolnikov? |
| 23 | +How does Porfiry’s cat-and-mouse game with Raskolnikov drive the tension in the novel? |
| 24 | +How does Raskolnikov’s worldview clash with that of Sonya, and how does this shape his character development? |
| 25 | +How does Luzhin represent the corrupting influence of wealth and power? |
| 26 | +Why does Sonya remain loyal to Raskolnikov, even after learning of his crime? |
| 27 | +What does the relationship between Raskolnikov and Sonya suggest about redemption? |
| 28 | +How does Dunya's engagement to Luzhin illustrate her character's values and strength? |
| 29 | +What drives Svidrigailov’s obsession with Dunya? |
| 30 | +How does Raskolnikov’s alienation from society reflect his personality and inner turmoil? |
| 31 | +How does the theme of guilt and conscience permeate the novel? |
| 32 | +In what ways does Dostoevsky explore the theme of justice in the novel? |
| 33 | +How does *Crime and Punishment* examine the idea of "superman theory" through Raskolnikov’s beliefs? |
| 34 | +What role does poverty play in shaping the characters' lives and decisions? |
| 35 | +How does the novel contrast rational thought with emotion and intuition? |
| 36 | +How does Dostoevsky critique utilitarianism through Raskolnikov’s justification of his crime? |
| 37 | +In what ways does *Crime and Punishment* address the theme of alienation? |
| 38 | +How does Dostoevsky use the motif of suffering to develop the novel’s moral and philosophical themes? |
| 39 | +What does the novel suggest about the possibility of redemption and atonement? |
| 40 | +How does *Crime and Punishment* depict the struggle between good and evil within an individual? |
| 41 | +How does Dostoevsky portray the legal and criminal justice system in the novel? |
| 42 | +How does the novel explore the theme of free will versus determinism? |
| 43 | +What role does fate play in shaping the events of the novel? |
| 44 | +How does the novel depict the consequences of pride and hubris? |
| 45 | +How does Dostoevsky use Raskolnikov's crime to explore moral relativism? |
| 46 | +How does Dostoevsky portray mental illness and psychological breakdown in the novel? |
| 47 | +In what ways does the novel explore the theme of nihilism and its consequences? |
| 48 | +How does *Crime and Punishment* reflect on the role of suffering in achieving self-awareness or salvation? |
| 49 | +What does the novel suggest about the nature of evil and its roots in human nature? |
| 50 | +How does the novel explore the tension between intellectualism and morality? |
| 51 | +In what ways does Raskolnikov’s crime reflect Nietzschean philosophy or the idea of a “superman”? |
| 52 | +How does Dostoevsky challenge utilitarianism with Raskolnikov's justifications for murder? |
| 53 | +How does Raskolnikov’s theory of extraordinary men lead to his downfall? |
| 54 | +How does the novel explore the relationship between law and morality? |
| 55 | +How does Dostoevsky's portrayal of suffering align with Christian existentialism? |
| 56 | +What role does religious symbolism play in Raskolnikov’s journey toward redemption? |
| 57 | +How does Sonya’s faith challenge Raskolnikov’s existential despair? |
| 58 | +What does the novel suggest about the nature of free will and moral responsibility? |
| 59 | +How does the novel engage with the philosophical ideas of nihilism? |
| 60 | +How does the novel critique the Enlightenment emphasis on reason and individualism? |
| 61 | +How does Dostoevsky explore the theme of God and forgiveness in *Crime and Punishment*? |
| 62 | +How does Raskolnikov’s inner dialogue reflect the philosophical conflict between rational egoism and altruism? |
| 63 | +What does Dostoevsky suggest about the relationship between morality and religion in the novel? |
| 64 | +How does the novel explore the psychological and moral implications of crime beyond legal punishment? |
| 65 | +In what ways does the novel question the possibility of true justice in human society? |
| 66 | +What does Dostoevsky suggest about the existence of absolute moral truths versus relative ones? |
| 67 | +How does the novel engage with the existential idea that life is inherently meaningless? |
| 68 | +How does Raskolnikov’s attempt to play God contribute to his psychological decline? |
| 69 | +How does the novel challenge the reader's understanding of morality and justice? |
| 70 | +What is the significance of Raskolnikov’s final epiphany in relation to philosophical themes of salvation? |
| 71 | +What is the symbolic meaning of the recurring image of blood in the novel? |
| 72 | +How does the setting of St. Petersburg function symbolically in the novel? |
| 73 | +What is the significance of dreams in *Crime and Punishment*, particularly Raskolnikov’s dream of the horse? |
| 74 | +How does the symbol of the axe represent Raskolnikov’s inner conflict? |
| 75 | +What is the symbolic importance of the cross that Sonya gives to Raskolnikov? |
| 76 | +How does Dostoevsky use light and darkness to reflect the characters’ inner states? |
| 77 | +How does the weather and physical environment in the novel mirror Raskolnikov’s mental and emotional condition? |
| 78 | +What does the pawnshop symbolize in the context of the novel’s themes of poverty and desperation? |
| 79 | +How does the use of colors like yellow (Alyona’s apartment, Sonya’s hair) contribute to the novel’s atmosphere? |
| 80 | +How does the image of the bridge serve as a metaphor for transition or liminality in the novel? |
| 81 | +How does the portrayal of alcohol in the novel serve as a symbol of escape and despair? |
| 82 | +What does Raskolnikov’s physical illness after the murder symbolize? |
| 83 | +How does the image of the horse in Raskolnikov’s dream reflect his internal struggle with guilt and morality? |
| 84 | +What is the significance of the Lazarus story, which Sonya reads to Raskolnikov? |
| 85 | +How does the image of Raskolnikov’s room reflect his isolation and psychological turmoil? |
| 86 | +How does the theme of doubling (Raskolnikov/Svidrigailov) function symbolically in the novel? |
| 87 | +How do the streets of St. Petersburg act as a symbolic reflection of Raskolnikov's mental state? |
| 88 | +How is money portrayed as a symbol of corruption and moral decay in the novel? |
| 89 | +What role does water symbolism (rain, rivers) play in shaping the novel’s mood and themes? |
| 90 | +How does Dostoevsky use the image of imprisonment to explore the theme of internal punishment? |
| 91 | +How does the novel reflect the socio-economic conditions of 19th-century Russia? |
| 92 | +In what ways does *Crime and Punishment* critique the social inequality and poverty of the time? |
| 93 | +How do the characters’ struggles reflect broader societal issues in pre-revolutionary Russia? |
| 94 | +What role does class play in shaping the moral decisions of the characters? |
| 95 | +How does Dostoevsky use the legal system in the novel to comment on Russian society? |
| 96 | +How does the novel explore the tension between Westernization and traditional Russian values? |
| 97 | +In what ways does Dostoevsky portray the urban environment as contributing to moral decay? |
| 98 | +How does the novel address the conflict between modernity and traditionalism in Russia? |
| 99 | +What is the significance of Dostoevsky’s personal experiences with crime and punishment in shaping the |
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