Question

Chubukov says of Natalya: “... as if she won’t consent! She’s in love; egad, she’s like a lovesick cat…” Would you agree? Find reasons for your answer.

Answer 1

Chubukov perceived Lomov as a suitable potential husband for his daughter, having anticipated such a proposal for a considerable time. When Lomov voiced concerns about Natalya's acceptance, Chubukov promptly asserted her affection for him, a claim demonstrably false. Natalya exhibited no signs of romantic interest in Lomov throughout the play; her affections appeared to lie more with her property, land, and animals. Their frequent disputes over minor issues indicated a mutual lack of romantic feeling between them.