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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “God Sees the Truth, But Waits” pp. 112-117 .

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Semyonich tell Aksionov he will do to him if Aksionov tells anyone of his secret?
(a) He will kill him.
(b) He will kill his family.
(c) He will tell them he saw him kill the merchant.
(d) He will beat him.

3. How does Aksionov feel after saying that he may be “a hundred times worse” (117) than Semyonich?
(a) Enraged.
(b) Like a liar.
(c) His heart feels light and he no longer yearns for home.
(d) Sick.

4. What is the name of the vehicle that approaches while Aksionov is resting at the inn?
(a) A buggy.
(b) A samovar.
(c) A sled.
(d) A troika.

5. What does Aksionov try to do day and night after meeting Semyonich, but it brings him no peace?
(a) Play guitar.
(b) Write.
(c) Read.
(d) Pray.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aksionov do when he sees Semyonich sobbing after begging his forgiveness?

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

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

4. Where is the fair Aksionov is heading to at the start of the story?

5. What does the Governor say to Aksionov when asking him who dug the tunnel?

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