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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “God Sees the Truth, But Waits” pp. 112-117 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tolstoy describe Aksionov’s behavior in prison?
(a) He got into fights with guards and prisoners alike.
(b) He was boisterous and popular.
(c) He studied law vigilantly to try to get out.
(d) He spoke very little, never laughed, often prayed.

2. What does Aksionov try to do day and night after meeting Semyonich, but it brings him no peace?
(a) Read.
(b) Play guitar.
(c) Pray.
(d) Write.

3. Who does Aksionov say is the only person they must appeal to after his wife leaves?
(a) God.
(b) The Czar.
(c) The dead merchant.
(d) The Prime MInister.

4. When Aksionov heads out for the fair in the morning, how long before he stops to rest and feed his horse?
(a) 10 miles.
(b) 8 miles.
(c) 35 miles.
(d) 25 miles.

5. Who is the first person to visit Aksionov in jail?
(a) His mother.
(b) His wife.
(c) The Governor.
(d) His son.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Aksionov spend time with when he stops for the night on his way to the fair?

2. What does Semyonich decide to do at the end of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

3. What does Semyonich tell Aksionov he will do to him if Aksionov tells anyone of his secret?

4. Who does Aksionov’s wife tell him she has already petitioned to try to get him out?

5. In addition to calling Aksionov “The Saint” (111), what other nickname is he given in prison?

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