Madie's Response to Gabe

I agree with what Gabe is saying about this chapter. There are now more people, like Svidrigailov, who have seen and heard evidence that go against Raskolnikov's innocence. We both agree about Porfiry's outright and clear motives, to uncover Raskolnikov's guilt by, as Gabe said, "dropping subtle hints" that obviously led to Raskolnikov. This tactic that Profiry uses is quite clever and ultimately, successful. He gets the reaction he wants, an outburst in irritation, and more importantly, Raskolnikov accuses Porfiry of accusing him of the murder. I agree with Gabe that Raskolnikov's reaction was not well thought through, as it provides another thing against him. However, furthermore like Gabe said, these actions and this carelessness is not unusual for Raskolnikov's character as it his been shown throughout the book. Gabe and I share the same prediction for the conclusion of the book, that Raskolnikov will be found guilty in the end wether it be through trial or confession.


Madie