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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. What trait of Aksionov does Tolstoy give as the reason he is liked by the prison authorities?
(a) Industriousness.
(b) Studiousness.
(c) Sense of humor.
(d) Meekness.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aksionov tell the officer regarding what they found in his luggage?

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

3. Why does Aksionov’s wife plead with him to stay home at the beginning of the story?

4. What is the name of the vehicle that approaches while Aksionov is resting at the inn?

5. What does Aksionov do in prison on Sundays?

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