View a FREE sample

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. In what city is Aksionov imprisoned?
(a) Siberia.
(b) Vladimir.
(c) Moscow.
(d) Nizhny.

2. What is the name of the prisoner who comes from Vladimir, Aksionov’s hometown?
(a) Seymour Malkovich.
(b) Ivan Semyonich.
(c) Makar Ivanov.
(d) Makar Semyonich.

3. In addition to calling Aksionov “The Saint” (111), what other nickname is he given in prison?
(a) The Sage.
(b) Father.
(c) Grandfather.
(d) Holy one.

4. What does Aksionov tell the person who visits his cell the night he was questioned by the guard about the tunnel?
(a) He says they should escape through the tunnel right away.
(b) He asks the person to kill him.
(c) He says he is getting released.
(d) He says to leave or he will call the guard.

5. Who is the main character introduced at the beginning of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?
(a) Ivan Vladimir Ivanov.
(b) Vladimir Dmitrich Aksionov.
(c) Dmitrich Vladimir Nishny.
(d) Ivan Dmitrich Aksionov.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aksionov do in prison on Sundays?

2. What did Aksionov do excessively at one time, but give up after marriage?

3. How does Aksionov feel after thinking of the 26 years he spent in prison for another man’s crime?

4. How do the people of Vladimir respond when inquired about Aksionov’s character?

5. What does Aksionov try to do day and night after meeting Semyonich, but it brings him no peace?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 293 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample