This educational document provides a detailed overview and analysis of Nikolai Gogol’s satirical comedy “The Government Inspector” (“Revizor”).

It is designed for advanced Russian learners, A-level students, and adult learners studying literature, drama, or Russian culture.

The material includes:

• A short biography of N.V. Gogol with key facts about his life and literary career.
• A section on the history of the play’s creation, including its inspiration from A.S. Pushkin.
• A summary of the plot divided into acts, explaining the main events and their social significance.
• A character table describing each major figure, their traits, and symbolic meaning.
• Analysis of the main themes — corruption, fear, deceit, self-deception, and moral conscience.
• Notes on literary devices and artistic techniques (e.g., satire, hyperbole, “speaking” names, and grotesque).
• Famous quotes by key characters for language and interpretation practice.
• Discussion questions (30 in total) to encourage critical thinking and oral discussion.
• A section with model answers for comprehension and essay preparation.
• Extracts from the original Russian text for reference and comparison (68 pages)

Language level: Upper-intermediate to advanced (B2–C1 CEFR).
Recommended for: A level, students aged 16+ and adult learners interested in literature, theatre, or Russian studies.