If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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Students will analyze the novel's characters as stand-ins for philosophical discourse.
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Students will analyze the role that faith and religion (or a lack thereof) play in one's life.
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Students will discuss the theme of family and generational divide.
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Students will perform research into Russian literature and history.