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The Bet
The Bet

The Bet

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This adaptation deals with themes of isolation, existential reflection, and the human condition. It involves intense psychological and ethical dilemmas that may provoke deep thought and discussion. Readers should be prepared for a narrative that challenges perspectives on life and human values.

Reading Levels

Total Words 2692
Unique Words 884
Reading Ease
Total Words 2476
Unique Words 846
Reading Ease
Total Words 1965
Unique Words 665
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Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian

The Bet

About the Author

Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian playwright and short story writer known for his masterful exploration of human nature and social issues. His works, including The Bet, reveal the complexities of human emotions and societal constraints. Chekhov's writing is celebrated for its nuanced characterizations and profound insights into the human experience.

Story Overview

Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative of The Bet with our leveled reading adaptation. Set in late 19th-century Russia, this story explores themes of human nature, isolation, and the value of life. Follow the intense tale of a bet between a banker and a lawyer, where the stakes are as high as the moral questions posed. Through Chekhov's poignant storytelling, readers experience a profound examination of human psychology and the consequences of extreme decisions.

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Synchronized Materials

Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.

Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.

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The author's original words are always just a tap away. Easily reference the original language of any one of our leveled readers by visiting our web application and jumping to the corresponding passage.