Marigold What clues in the text indicate that lizabeths father has been out of work for a very long time?

Identify how chekhov’s background and beliefs may have influenced his short story “the bet”.

What does the line most likely show about the setting of the scene?

From this story and the indian saying which precedes it, what can the reader conclude about the culture in which the tale is set? a) they believe that death is always signified by pigeons flying away. b) they think that the behavior of creatures in the natural world can indicate things that will happen to people. c) they believe that honest, hard work provides relief from the ravages of the natural world. d) they think that death isn't the end, but only the beginning of a new life.