Crime and Punishment Chapters 1-3 Flashcards
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What is Raskolnikov's immediate problem when we first see him?

He's in debt to his landlady and has been isolating himself (plus anxiety).

What does Raskolnikov look like?

He's exceptionally handsome, above the average in height, well built, with beautiful dark eyes and dark brown hair.

What is Raskolnikov's general problem?

He's bitter and has been isolating himself and struggling mentally.

What is peculiar about Raskolnikov's reaction to the taunts he receives about his hat?

<p>He is afraid that it will ruin his plan because it will make him stand out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whom does Raskolnikov visit?

<p>Alyona Ivanovna, a pawnbroker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impression do you get of Raskolnikov's visit to the pawnbroker?

<p>He has been pawning belongings and sort of hates her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Raskolnikov feel about his planned crime?

<p>It is loathsome and horrifying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Raskolnikov go after leaving the pawnbroker?

<p>He goes to the tavern.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the government clerk Raskolnikov meets in the bar?

<p>Marmeladov.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Marmeladov's story?

<p>He's a drunk who was a government official; his daughter is a prostitute and his wife, Katerina, was widowed before they got together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mistake does Raskolnikov make with Marmeladov?

<p>He leaves his money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List four steps Raskolnikov takes to conceal evidence of his involvement in the murders.

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What is Raskolnikov's immediate problem when we first see him?

<p>He's in debt to his landlady and has been isolating himself, plus anxiety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Raskolnikov look like?

<p>He's exceptionally handsome, above the average in height, well built, with beautiful dark eyes and dark brown hair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Raskolnikov's problem in general?

<p>He's bitter and has been isolating himself and struggling mentally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is peculiar about Raskolnikov's reaction to the taunts he receives about his hat?

<p>He is afraid that it will ruin his plan because it will make him stand out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whom does Raskolnikov visit?

<p>Alyona Ivanovna, a pawnbroker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impression do you get of Raskolnikov's visit to the pawnbroker?

<p>He has been pawning belongings and sort of hates her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Raskolnikov feel about his planned crime?

<p>It is loathsome and horrifying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Raskolnikov go after leaving the pawnbroker?

<p>He goes to the tavern.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the government clerk Raskolnikov meets in the bar?

<p>Marmeladov.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Marmeladov's story?

<p>He's a drunk who was a government official; his daughter is a prostitute, and his wife, Katerina, was widowed before they got together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mistake does Raskolnikov make with Marmeladov?

<p>He leaves his money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Raskolnikov awakes just before dawn the night of the murders and suddenly remembers everything. List four steps he takes to conceal evidence of his involvement in the murders.

<ol> <li>He searches his clothes for any blood spots three times. 2. He hides the pawnbroker's purse and her possessions in a hole in the wall. 3. Raskolnikov then cuts the blood-stained rings from his pants and tears the bloody pocket from his coat. 4. Finally, he removes the noose from his coat, cuts it into tiny pieces, and spreads the pieces among his bed linens.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

How does Raskolnikov's behavior the morning after the murder suggest that he is inadvertently trying to force knowledge of the crime into his unconsciousness?

<p>Raskolnikov searches his belongings for blood and hides everything related to the murders. He finds himself unable to think clearly, becomes inexplicably tired and falls asleep for an extended period, all indicating the beginnings of a guilty conscience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Raskolnikov react when he receives a summons to the police office?

<p>He goes quickly, telling himself he will fall on his knees and confess to his crimes, but when he arrives, he becomes frightened that his crimes will be discovered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the officers' reaction to Raskolnikov's story about his debt.

<p>The officers are uninterested in the story, and Petrovitch informs Raskolnikov that the details of the debt are insignificant. They dismiss Raskolnikov as another student in debt. Raskolnikov overhears them discussing the murder and faints, leading to a shift in how the officers treat him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Raskolnikov decide to hide the stolen property?

<p>He buries it under a heavy (60 pound) rock in a yard in the Neva.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Raskolnikov decide to visit Razumihin?

<p>He wants a distraction and someone to talk with; however, he behaves ill and uncommunicatively, frustrating Razumihin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What had Raskolnikov's occupation been?

<p>He taught children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why has Raskolnikov given up his former occupation?

<p>It didn't pay enough; he didn't even have boots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What news does Raskolnikov receive from his mother?

<p>His sister, Dounia, has been accused of an affair and has been disgraced, but her name has been cleared, and she has a new suitor, Pyotr Petrovich.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Briefly describe Raskolnikov's landlady, Pashenka.

<p>Pashenka is a forty-year-old buxom woman with black eyes and a shy nature. Raskolnikov was once engaged to her daughter, who unfortunately died.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Razumihin aid Raskolnikov by intervening with Pashenka?

<p>He charms her, and she agrees to tear up his IOU for rent, which frees Raskolnikov of his debt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Raskolnikov say about the murders while he is delirious?

<p>He talks about his socks and his trousers. Razumihin thinks it's a result of his feverish delirium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Razumihin get the money he uses to purchase new clothing for Raskolnikov?

<p>From Raskolnikov's mother, who has sent the money via a messenger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Raskolnikov's Initial State

  • Raskolnikov is heavily in debt to his landlady and is experiencing isolation and anxiety.
  • He is described as exceptionally handsome with above-average height, well-built, beautiful dark eyes, and dark brown hair.
  • General depression and bitterness characterize Raskolnikov's mental state due to self-isolation.

Interactions and Plans

  • Raskolnikov feels anxiety about his hat drawing attention, fearing it could disrupt his plans.
  • He visits Alyona Ivanovna, a pawnbroker, and holds resentment towards her.
  • His thoughts about committing a crime are conflicted, feeling both loathsome and horrifying.

Encounter with Marmeladov

  • Raskolnikov meets Marmeladov, a government clerk and a drunkard, who shares his tragic family story involving a prostitute and a widowed wife.
  • A significant mistake occurs when Raskolnikov inadvertently leaves money behind after their conversation.

After the Murders

  • Raskolnikov awakens before dawn, taking several actions to conceal his involvement in the murders, including searching for bloodstains and hiding evidence in his home.
  • He struggles with his guilty conscience, exhibiting symptoms of confusion and fatigue, suggesting psychological distress.

Police Encounter

  • When summoned by the police, Raskolnikov initially considers confessing but grows anxious about being discovered.
  • The officers show little interest in his debt story, but Raskolnikov feels their scrutiny intensifies after he faints when overhearing discussions about the murders.

Concealment of Evidence

  • He decides to hide stolen property under a heavy rock, performing the act without inspecting the contents of the stolen purse.

Relationship with Razumihin

  • Raskolnikov seeks out Razumihin for distraction; however, his ill health leads to uncommunicative behavior, frustrating Razumihin.
  • He once taught children but gave up due to insufficient income.

Family News and Relationship Dynamics

  • Raskolnikov learns that his sister, Dounia, was accused of an affair but her name was cleared; she now has a new suitor, Pyotr Petrovich.
  • Pashenka, Raskolnikov's landlady, played a significant role in his life as he was once engaged to her daughter, now deceased.

Financial Relief and Delirium

  • Razumihin intervenes with Pashenka, securing Raskolnikov's relief from rent debt.
  • During a feverish delirium, Raskolnikov mutters incoherently about mundane items, with Razumihin attributing it to his illness.
  • Razumihin uses money sent from Raskolnikov's mother to buy him new clothes, showing the theme of care and friendship in times of distress.

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Test your knowledge of the first three chapters of Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment' with these flashcards. Explore the character of Raskolnikov, his appearance, and his struggles. Ideal for literature students looking to deepen their understanding.

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