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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 often does Aksionov hear from his family while in prison?
(a) Weekly.
(b) Never.
(c) Monthly.
(d) Daily.

2. How does Aksionov remember his younger self after discovering who really killed the merchant?
(a) Rich and handsome.
(b) Ignorant and weak.
(c) Carefree and merry.
(d) Drunk and foolish.

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

4. Where does Aksionov stop to stay half way to his destination at the beginning of the story?
(a) His friend’s house.
(b) His brother’s house.
(c) He sleeps outside.
(d) An inn.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aksionov ask of the prisoner who says he is from Vladimir?

2. What do the officers and soldier do with Aksionov’s luggage after telling him about the merchant?

3. Who is the author of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

4. What does Aksionov’s wife ask him in jail, which upsets him?

5. How does Aksionov reply when asked by the new prisoners why he is in jail?

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