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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 - 5 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Since he thinks his first occupation may be unrealistic, what else does Rudolph tell Father Schwartz he might be when he grows up?
(a) A singer or college professor.
(b) A musician or clergyman.
(c) An actor of Navy officer.
(d) A policeman or army general.

2. What word is used to describe how Rudolph felt about telling Father Schwartz his true sins?
(a) Anticipation.
(b) Agony.
(c) Apathy.
(d) Anxiety.

3. Why is Rudolph upset at the end of his confession with Father Schwartz in Chapter 2?
(a) He has told a lie, which is a sin.
(b) Father Schwartz says he is going to tell his father.
(c) Father Schwartz does not seem to care.
(d) He has not tell him everything.

4. How does Father Schwartz know Rudolph is worried when he comes to see him at the start of the story?
(a) He is sweating and his breathing is shallow.
(b) He is wringing his hands.
(c) He is pacing.
(d) His mouth is trembling.

5. How are the phrases Father Schwartz mutters to Rudolph at the end of the story described?
(a) Ordinary.
(b) Joyful.
(c) Depressing.
(d) Heart-broken.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Rudolph tell Father Schwartz at church on Sunday morning in Chapter 4?

3. Who is Blatchford Sarnemington?

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

5. Why does Rudolph decide to stay and confess rather than succumbing to his urge to leave?

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