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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. Where does Aksionov stop to stay half way to his destination at the beginning of the story?
(a) His brother’s house.
(b) An inn.
(c) He sleeps outside.
(d) His friend’s house.

2. How do the people of Vladimir respond when inquired about Aksionov’s character?
(a) He is a murderer.
(b) He used to drink a lot, but was a good man.
(c) He is a saint.
(d) He is a scoundrel.

3. Whom does Aksionov spend time with when he stops for the night on his way to the fair?
(a) His brother.
(b) A stranger.
(c) A fellow merchant.
(d) His old friend.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aksionov’s wife react when she sees him in jail for the first time?

2. What is Aksionov charged with doing to the merchant from Ryazan?

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

4. Where do the soldiers and officer take Aksionov?

5. In what town does Aksionov live at the beginning of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

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