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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 and 2 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What words does Father Schwartz use when listening to Rudolph's confession?
(a) Sir and young man.
(b) Baby and Infant.
(c) Buddy and pal.
(d) Son and boy.

2. What is the first "easy sin" Rudolph confessed to Father Schwartz in Chapter 2?
(a) He coveted his neighbors possessions.
(b) He lied.
(c) He took the Lord's name in vain.
(d) He stole.

3. What concerns Rudolph at the start of Chapter 2?
(a) He worries Father Schwartz will not be in the confessional.
(b) He worries his confession will anger the priest.
(c) He worries someone will be able to hear his confession.
(d) He worries his father will listen to his confession.

4. Who is the first character introduced in "Absolution"?
(a) Father Schwartz.
(b) The housekeeper.
(c) Rudolph Miller.
(d) Carl Miller.

5. What does Father Schwartz ask Rudolph if he has done when he first visits?
(a) He asks if he has used the Lord's name in vain.
(b) He asks if he has killed someone.
(c) He asks if he has lied.
(d) He asks if he has committed theft.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rudolph tell Father Schwartz when he asks Rudolph if he has told any lies in his confession?

2. How old is Rudolph Miller?

3. What is another "easy sin" Rudolph confessed to Father Schwartz in Chapter 2?

4. What scent makes Father Schwartz's heart ache as he walks the streets on Saturday night?

5. What is Rudolph's father's occupation?

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