Do you believe that Gogol truly came to terms with his name? How so?
Why do you think Gogol thought his marriage was going to work with Moushimi if they both didn’t love each other? Do you think they felt trapped in marriage?
What do you believe triggered Gogol’s disliking for his name at the cemetery? Why is it important to the rest of the story?
Although he understands the importance of his name after his father dies, why do you think Gogol is still unsure about his identity?
Do you believe that Ashima and Ashoke’s feeling of unsettlement towards their children’s accents played a role in Gogol’s feeling of not belonging? Why do you think that?
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