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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Part 3 | Chapter 6, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the prosecutor's theory, why does Yakov kill Zhenia?
(a) For something to do.
(b) For ritual purposes.
(c) To prevent Zhenia from going to the authorities.
(d) To hide Yakov's true identity.

2. After the prisoner sent to talk to Yakov tells him he is a murderer, what does the other prisoner do?
(a) He laughs at Yakov.
(b) He beats Yakov.
(c) He vilifies Yakov.
(d) He humiliates Yakov.

3. How long is Yakov in solitary confinement before Bibikov comes to question him again?
(a) Three days.
(b) Eight days.
(c) Twelve hours.
(d) One week.

4. What is the mother's name of the boy Yakov is accused of killing?
(a) Marfa.
(b) Darma.
(c) Marda.
(d) Farma.

5. According to what Proshko tells the secret police, what is Yakov responsible for?
(a) Burning down the factory.
(b) Burning down his enemy's house.
(c) Burning down the synagogue.
(d) Burning down the stables.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the running crowd finally stop?

2. According to Yakov, what does he believe the boy saw in Yakov's apartment?

3. How much money does the boatman offer to ferry Yakov across the river?

4. What colors does Proshko say are the flames of the fire that Yakov is accused of setting?

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

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