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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 does Aksionov tell his wife will happen at the fair to reassure her?
(a) He will bring home lots of candy for the kids.
(b) He will make so much money he can retire.
(c) He will sell all of his goods and buy her a present.
(d) He will sell all of his goods and buy them a vacation home.

2. How many years does Aksionov spend in prison?
(a) 26.
(b) 36.
(c) 16.
(d) 6.

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

4. What is Aksionov charged with doing to the merchant from Ryazan?
(a) Robbing him of 20,000 rubles.
(b) Stealing his goods.
(c) Killing him.
(d) Killing him and robbing him of 20,000 rubles.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

5. How many homes does Aksionov own at the beginning of the story?

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