Question

by fyodor dostoevsky
saint petersburg is considered to be the artistic and cultural center of russia. the places that are mentioned in the story—the nevsky, the gardens, the embankment, fontanka—are well-known in russia. they are as recognizable to russians as hollywood boulevard, central park, and times square are to americans.
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it was a wonderful night, such a night as is only possible when we are young, dear reader. the sky was so starry, so bright that, looking at it, one could not help asking oneself whether ill - humored and capricious people could live under such a sky. that is a youthful question too, dear reader, very youthful, but may the lord put it more frequently into your heart! . . . speaking of capricious and ill - humored people, i cannot help recalling my moral condition all that day. from early morning i had been oppressed by a strange
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quintero pera, yosheidy
this question has two parts. first, answer part a, then, answer part b.
part a
based on the conflicts the narrator faces, select two themes of the passage.
☐ memories of past happiness are not always accurate.
☐ one does not have to be completely alone to feel lonely.
☐ a reliance on nature can prevent people from facing problems.
☐ a lack of meaningful connections with others can lead to sadness.
☐ it is hopeless to believe that people can ever truly know each other.

Explanation:

Part A

1. Analyze "One does not have to be completely alone to feel lonely": The narrator's internal conflict and feelings of oppression suggest loneliness even if not physically alone, matching this theme.
2. Analyze "A lack of meaningful connections with others can lead to sadness": The narrator's reflection on moral condition and feelings of oppression imply unfulfilled connections leading to sadness, matching this theme.
3. Eliminate other options: "Memories..." not supported, "Reliance on nature..." not in text, "Hopeless to know others" is too extreme.

Answer:

B. One does not have to be completely alone to feel lonely
D. A lack of meaningful connections with others can lead to sadness

(Note: Since Part B is not visible, if you can provide Part B details, I can assist further.)