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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. What reason does Aksionov tell Semyonich for not needing to kill him?
(a) He says they will kill Semyonich before he can.
(b) He says Semyonich killed him long ago.
(c) He says he plans to kill himself.
(d) He says his execution is already set.

2. Who questions the prisoners about the tunnel that was found in the prison?
(a) The Czar.
(b) The officer.
(c) Aksionov.
(d) The Governor.

3. 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 beat him.
(c) He will kill his family.
(d) He will tell them he saw him kill the merchant.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aksionov say to Makar when he tells him he will be released if he confesses?

2. What does Semyonich say that makes Aksionov certain it was he who committed the crime?

3. How does Tolstoy describe Aksionov’s behavior in prison?

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

5. What does Aksionov tell the officer regarding what they found in his luggage?

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