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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Second Hearing.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does 406 draw for Rubashov one day when exercising?
(a) A picture of his wife
(b) A picture of the prison
(c) A map of the area
(d) A picture of No. 1

2. What does Rubashov decide about Ivanov’s assertion that Ivanov wants to help Rubashov?
(a) Ivanov is sincere in his desire to help Rubashov
(b) He does not mean it
(c) He is using it as a manipulation
(d) He feels ashamed that Rubashov saved his life

3. What makes Rubashov think the games are played too well in the Trade delegation?
(a) It is almost impossible to separate appearance from reality
(b) The diplomats wear American suits
(c) It is possible to choose who is going to what country from appearance
(d) The diplomats speak French

4. What does No. 1 believe justifies his harsh methods?
(a) Justification is not necessary.
(b) The ends justify the means.
(c) The past justifies the future.
(d) He is the absolute authority on everything.

5. What is the name of Richard’s wife?
(a) Kathryn
(b) Bonnie
(c) Anny
(d) Genevieve

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Rubashov feel sorry for Prisoner 402?

2. From what does Rubashov tell Ivanov all of Ivanov’s examples are taken?

3. What kind of trick does Secretary Paul do?

4. What does Ivanov say Rubashov will do when Gletkin asks Ivanov in the canteen?

5. What does Ivanov say is incompatible with social progress?

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