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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the days passed, the Russian officials kept waiting for Yakov to start something. What are they waiting for?
(a) Yakov's violence.
(b) Yakov's madness.
(c) Yakov's prayers.
(d) Yakov's period.

2. When Yakov is being shown the officials' book, what do the officials point out in the book that resembles Yakov?
(a) A nose.
(b) A wizard.
(c) An earlobe.
(d) An ear curl.

3. When spring arrives, what is Yakov still lacking?
(a) An indictment.
(b) Firewood.
(c) A new blanket.
(d) Sufficient evidence to clear his name.

4. How long has Yakov's visitor in Chapter 8, Part 4 been begging to see him?
(a) Over three months.
(b) Over six months.
(c) Over nine months.
(d) Over one year.

5. As Yakov reflects on his time with Raisl, what does Yakov remember convincing Raisl is okay?
(a) Teasing the rabbi.
(b) Skipping synagogue.
(c) Premarital sex.
(d) Missing evening prayers.

Short Answer Questions

1. While sitting in his cell reflecting on his circumstances in Chapter 6, Part 9, how does Yakov feel about his fate?

2. Who begins to visit Yakov's cell in the middle of winter in order to obtain body samples?

3. What offense does Proshko accuse Yakov of when he gives his statement to the secret police?

4. At night, Yakov has dreams of Shmuel. In his dreams, where is Shmuel?

5. What does the speaker ask Yakov to do as he talks to Yakov through the closed cell door?

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