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Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Chapter 1, Part 1 | Chapter 1, Part 2

1. When Yakov reads the propaganda circulating against the Jews, why does he grow uneasy?

2. Describe the scene from Yakov's childhood that gives him nightmares.

Short Essay Question - Chapter 1, Part 3 | Chapter 2, Part 1

3. When Yakov reaches the river, the boatman has to convince Yakov to accept the ferry ride. How does the boatman convince Yakov?

4. According to the boatman who ferries Yakov across the river, how could all of Russia's problems be solved?

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