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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “God Sees the Truth, But Waits” pp. 107-111.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. What do the officers and soldier do with Aksionov’s luggage after telling him about the merchant?
(a) They take it away.
(b) They give it back to him.
(c) They throw it in the trash.
(d) They search it.

3. What book does Aksionov purchase with the money he makes in prison?
(a) War and Peace.
(b) The Lives of Saints.
(c) The Holy Bible.
(d) Crime and Punishment.

4. What does the officer order the soldiers to do to Aksionov after they have searched his luggage?
(a) Beat him.
(b) Bind him and throw him in the cart.
(c) Hang him.
(d) Let him go.

5. How does Aksionov earn money in prison?
(a) Writing appeals for other prisoners.
(b) Selling cigarettes.
(c) Making gloves.
(d) Making boots.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Aksionov’s beard described after 26 years in prison?

2. What does Aksionov do after he is taken away by the soldiers and the officer?

3. What color is Aksionov’s hair after 26 years in prison?

4. How many years does Aksionov spend in prison?

5. What do the prisoners ask of Aksionov whenever they want to “petition the prison authorities about anything” (111)?

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