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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Grammatical Fiction.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Rubashov ask for a recess for a few minutes?
(a) He needs to consult his notes.
(b) He needs to consult his attorney.
(c) He has a headache.
(d) He has a toothache.

2. What does the prosecutor ask Rubashov about counter-revolutionary movements?
(a) If Rubashov can recite a list of counter-revolutionary actions
(b) If Rubashov has named any other conspirators
(c) If Rubashov wants to denounce the counter-revolution movements
(d) If Rubashov acted as an agent of counter-revolution

3. Why does Wassilij think one must be cunning in life?
(a) So that one can advance
(b) So one does not end up in prison
(c) So one can steer the young in a direction without the young knowing it
(d) So one can live comfortably

4. What does Rubashov call the light in the room where his third hearing is held?
(a) An interrogation beam
(b) An intimidation light
(c) A torture device
(d) A dazzle-light

5. What is the last thing prisoner 380 yelled as he is pulled down the corridor?
(a) Rubashov
(b) Death to No. 1
(c) Stalin devil
(d) The revolution is dead

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the one charge against Rubashov which is dropped?

2. What does Wallilij do occasionally as he listens to the newspaper account?

3. Why doesn’t Wassiij hear the prosecutor’s speech as it is read?

4. Why is Ivanov arrested?

5. What kind of stories did the prisoner in cell 402 often tell?

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