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

2. What does Rudolph do while waiting to see the priest at the start of Chapter 2?
(a) He tries to make himself look remorseful.
(b) He talks with the other parishioners.
(c) He draws inappropriate pictures.
(d) He stands near the confessional and eavesdrops.

3. What does Father Schwartz offer to Rudolph when he will not tell him his sin?
(a) He offers to have his father come over so they can all talk.
(b) He offers him a cup of tea.
(c) He offers to visit confession.
(d) He asks if he wants to stay for dinner.

4. How does Father Schwartz know Rudolph's father?
(a) He was his former housekeeper.
(b) He is a parishioner.
(c) He is a clergyman.
(d) They went to school together.

5. What does Rudolph tell Father Schwartz when he asks Rudolph if he has told any lies in his confession?
(a) I can't say.
(b) No.
(c) Yes.
(d) I'm not sure.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rudolph describe to Father Schwartz the "thoughts and dreams" he has had during his confession in Chapter 2?

2. What does Father Schwartz ask Rudolph if he has done when he first visits?

3. Who is the first character introduced in "Absolution"?

4. Who brings Rudolph Miller to Father Schwartz when he first comes to see him at the start of the story?

5. What does Father Schwartz do every night?

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