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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. Who is the main character introduced at the beginning of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?
(a) Ivan Vladimir Ivanov.
(b) Ivan Dmitrich Aksionov.
(c) Vladimir Dmitrich Aksionov.
(d) Dmitrich Vladimir Nishny.

2. How does Tolstoy describe Aksionov’s behavior in prison?
(a) He spoke very little, never laughed, often prayed.
(b) He got into fights with guards and prisoners alike.
(c) He was boisterous and popular.
(d) He studied law vigilantly to try to get out.

3. What color is Aksionov’s hair after 26 years in prison?
(a) White.
(b) Brown.
(c) Red.
(d) Blonde.

4. What does Aksionov’s wife ask him in jail, which upsets him?
(a) If he committed the crime.
(b) If he has any money to give to her.
(c) If they can divorce.
(d) If she can tell their children he died.

5. What does Aksionov do in prison on Sundays?
(a) He met with fellow prisoners for Bible study.
(b) He did not speak or work.
(c) He had become a priest and gave sermons.
(d) He when to church and sang in the choir.

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

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

4. What does the officer order the soldiers to do to Aksionov after they have searched his luggage?

5. Who is the author of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

(see the answer key)

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