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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. Why does Aksionov’s wife plead with him to stay home at the beginning of the story?
(a) She is sick.
(b) She does not think he will make any money.
(c) Their baby is sick.
(d) She had a dream that something bad was going to happen.

2. What do the prisoners all say when questioned by the Governor?
(a) They do not know who did it.
(b) Aksionov did it.
(c) Semyonich did it.
(d) They all helped dig the tunnel.

3. How does Aksionov feel after thinking of the 26 years he spent in prison for another man’s crime?
(a) He feels he must forgive.
(b) He feels thankful he might finally get out.
(c) He feels happy for his health.
(d) He feels ready to kill himself.

4. How is Aksionov’s beard described after 26 years in prison?
(a) Short and black.
(b) Blonde and curly.
(c) He shaves his beard daily.
(d) Long, thin, and grey.

5. Where do the soldiers and officer take Aksionov?
(a) To a prison in a nearby town.
(b) To a prison in his hometown.
(c) To the office of the Governor.
(d) To his house.

Short Answer Questions

1. How often does Aksionov hear from his family while in prison?

2. What does Aksionov tell his wife will happen at the fair to reassure her?

3. What do the other prisoners tell the newcomers about how Aksionov ended up in Siberia?

4. Where is the fair Aksionov is heading to at the start of the story?

5. What is Aksionov asked about his previous night’s stay?

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