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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) Sense of humor.
(b) Industriousness.
(c) Studiousness.
(d) Meekness.

2. 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 and robbing him of 20,000 rubles.
(d) Killing him.

3. What does Aksionov do while drinking tea at the inn where he stopped to rest?
(a) Writes to his wife.
(b) Plays cards.
(c) Plays his guitar.
(d) Tries to sell his goods.

4. How does Aksionov earn money in prison?
(a) Making boots.
(b) Making gloves.
(c) Writing appeals for other prisoners.
(d) Selling cigarettes.

5. 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) 10 miles.
(c) 8 miles.
(d) 35 miles.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is Aksionov’s hair after 26 years in prison?

2. In what city is Aksionov imprisoned?

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

4. How is Aksionov punished before he is sent to the mines?

5. How do the people of Vladimir respond when inquired about Aksionov’s character?

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