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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. After they way Semyonich reacted to Aksionov’s story, what does Aksionov begin to believe about Semyonich?
(a) He is his son.
(b) He is his wife’s new husband.
(c) That he killed the merchant.
(d) He too has been wrongfully accused.

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

3. How does Aksionov feel after thinking of the 26 years he spent in prison for another man’s crime?
(a) He feels thankful he might finally get out.
(b) He feels ready to kill himself.
(c) He feels he must forgive.
(d) He feels happy for his health.

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

5. What trait of Aksionov does Tolstoy give as the reason he is liked by the prison authorities?
(a) Industriousness.
(b) Sense of humor.
(c) Studiousness.
(d) Meekness.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Semyonich begin to do when Aksionov does not forgive him?

3. What is Aksionov asked about his previous night’s stay?

4. Who does Aksionov say is the only person they must appeal to after his wife leaves?

5. What do the prisoners all say when questioned by the Governor?

(see the answer key)

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