Discuss the role coincidence plays in these chapters.

In chapter 6, Raskolnikov coincidentally hears a conversation about the pawnbroker just after visiting her. Even more, the conversation includes thoughts about killing her in order to attain the lady’s money. This is exactly what Raskolnikov was thinking. Also, when he needed the axe for the murder, there is no one luckily guarding the doors. So he can easily attain the axe.
2. What ironic remarks are made by different characters?

In the bar, two characters are conversing about the pawnbroker. The talk about killing her which is exactly what Raskolnikov was thinking. Furthermore, at the police station, the officers immediately question Raskolnikov about his whereabouts rights when he is feeling his guilt the most.

What ironic events take place?

All of the aforementioned were ironic events. Another event would be when he was committing the murder and needed a place to hide. An apartment close by was luckily empty. There, two painters usually work however the place was vacant that day which was ironic since Raskolnikov needed a place to hide.
4. Is Raskolnikov rational or irrational in his actions?

At first he is rational in killing the pawn keeper. He as specific motives: obtaining more money and ridding the world of an evil woman. However, once he kills the pawnkeeper’s sister he has become irrational. The only reason for this is that she walked in on her sister’s bloody body and him with a bloody axe.
5. What happens to Raskolnikov’s concept of time?

He doesn’t realize how time is flying by. This is a result of his sleep. Every time he awakes and goes back to sleep he does not realize that time is quickly passing. Furthermore, Raskolnikov seems to be sick which doesn’t help him keep good track of time. Also, he is always trying to make haste, which adds to his disillusionment.
6. If one feels guilty, what does sleep provide?

Sleep allows you to escape your guilt momentarily. It takes you away from reality and into your own “dream” world where your problems can be easily solved and your conscience cleared.
7. What are some of the effects of guilt?

Raskolnikov is extremely paranoid. Every now and then, he continues to feel that he is being suspected or that he is caught. He is always in a panic. For example, when he is at the police station he immediately assumes that they know and as a result, he faints.
8. What do most people need to do with the burden of guilt?