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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While sitting in his cell reflecting on his circumstances, what does Yakov liken being Jewish to?
(a) A family.
(b) A burden.
(c) A blessing.
(d) A curse.

2. After Yakov's visitor runs screaming from his cell and material is confiscated from Yakov, what is he given in return?
(a) Some Old Testament pages.
(b) Some newspaper clippings.
(c) Some Orthodox Jewish dogma.
(d) Some cookbook recipes.

3. As Yakov reflects on his time with Raisl, what does Yakov remember convincing Raisl is okay?
(a) Teasing the rabbi.
(b) Premarital sex.
(c) Skipping synagogue.
(d) Missing evening prayers.

4. What is the mother's name of the boy Yakov is accused of killing?
(a) Marfa.
(b) Darma.
(c) Farma.
(d) Marda.

5. Who is the first person to bring firewood to Yakov's cell?
(a) The deputy warden.
(b) The Minister of Justice.
(c) The colonel.
(d) The warden.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Yakov's visitor runs screaming from his cell, what is confiscated from Yakov?

2. When the guards discover Yakov digging at the concrete holding his chains in place, what do they find when they search his cell?

3. What is the name of the secret society that the prosecutor accuses Yakov of belonging to?

4. What does Yakov's reading in Chapter 7, Part 3 do to his temperament?

5. According to the prosecutor's theory, why does Yakov kill Zhenia?

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