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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 is Rubashov allowed to remain in bed on his first morning in prison?
(a) He tells them he has the flu.
(b) He has not been processed yet.
(c) He claims to have a toothache.
(d) The rules are not posted in his cell.

2. When No. 402 proclaims the emperor, what does Rubashov say to him?
(a) The emperor is dead.
(b) Amen.
(c) Don’t say that so loud.
(d) I agree.

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

4. What does 402 tell Rubashov is happening the night the prison feels different?
(a) Sympathizers are going to break into the prison
(b) Political differences are being settled
(c) He does not know what is happening
(d) The prison guards are being changed

5. What does the prosecutor demand at the end of his speech?
(a) Rubashov be sent to Siberia
(b) Two of the charges be dropped
(c) Rubashov receive life in prison
(d) Rubashov receive the death penalty

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What makes Rubashov think the games are played too well in the Trade delegation?

3. What does Ivanov call Rubashov’s accuser?

4. What does Wassilij say to the reader about Rubashov declaring himself a traitor?

5. What did Wassilij hide in his mattress?

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