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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) Holy one.
(b) The Sage.
(c) Father.
(d) Grandfather.

2. How many homes does Aksionov own at the beginning of the story?
(a) 0.
(b) 1.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

3. What is found in Aksionov’s luggage?
(a) A gun.
(b) A blood-stained knife.
(c) A rope.
(d) Gloves.

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

5. What does Aksionov tell the officer regarding what they found in his luggage?
(a) It is not his.
(b) It is his wife’s.
(c) He killed the merchant.
(d) It is his.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many shops does Aksionov own at the beginning of the story?

2. What does the police officer tell Aksionov about the merchant he saw the night before?

3. When Aksionov heads out for the fair in the morning, how long before he stops to rest and feed his horse?

4. What does Aksionov do in prison on Sundays?

5. How much money does Aksionov tell the officer he has on him?

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