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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 does Aksionov reply when asked by the new prisoners why he is in jail?
(a) He says he killed a man.
(b) He says he must have deserved it.
(c) He says he was wrongfully convicted of murder.
(d) He says he robbed a bank.

2. What do the prisoners all say when questioned by the Governor?
(a) Semyonich did it.
(b) Aksionov did it.
(c) They do not know who did it.
(d) They all helped dig the tunnel.

3. How do the people of Vladimir respond when inquired about Aksionov’s character?
(a) He used to drink a lot, but was a good man.
(b) He is a scoundrel.
(c) He is a saint.
(d) He is a murderer.

4. What does Aksionov do after he is taken away by the soldiers and the officer?
(a) He asks to see his wife.
(b) He crosses himself and weeps.
(c) He screams he did not do it.
(d) He tries to run away.

5. Who does Aksionov see emerge from under a shelf while he was walking the prison at night?
(a) A rat.
(b) Semyonich.
(c) The Governor.
(d) A guard.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the soldiers and officer take Aksionov?

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

3. What was Semyonich’s demeanor while the Governor questioned Aksionov?

4. What did Aksionov do excessively at one time, but give up after marriage?

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

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