Which statement best describes the motivation of the character Pahom in Leo Tolstoy’s story “How Much Land Does a Man Need?”
A.Pahom wished for no more than to improve his family’s quality of life.
B.Pahom wanted more land for himself so he could feel secure.
C. Pahom wanted to please his wife, who was never satisfied.
D.Pahom wanted to gain land and defeat the Devil to avoid temptation.

Question

Which statement best describes the motivation of the character Pahom in Leo Tolstoy’s story “How Much Land Does a Man Need?”
A.Pahom wished for no more than to improve his family’s quality of life.
B.Pahom wanted more land for himself so he could feel secure.
C. Pahom wanted to please his wife, who was never satisfied.
D.Pahom wanted to gain land and defeat the Devil to avoid temptation.