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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In addition to calling Aksionov “The Saint” (111), what other nickname is he given in prison?
(a) Father.
(b) The Sage.
(c) Holy one.
(d) Grandfather.

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

3. What do the prisoners ask of Aksionov whenever they want to “petition the prison authorities about anything” (111)?
(a) To pray for them.
(b) To write a letter for them.
(c) To be their spokesman.
(d) To trick the authorities into doing what they want.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the author of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

3. Whom does Aksionov spend time with when he stops for the night on his way to the fair?

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

5. How does Aksionov earn money in prison?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Aksionov own at the start of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

2. Why do the soldiers and officer believe Aksionov killed the merchant?

3. Why do soldiers approach Aksionov at the inn where he stops to rest the morning after he spends time with his merchant friend?

4. How does Aksionov react when he is accused of killing the merchant?

5. What is Ivan Dmitrich Aksionov’s occupation at the start of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

6. What do the other prisoners come to call Aksionov once he has grown old in prison?

7. Where is Aksionov going at the start of the story to sell his goods?

8. What happens when Aksionov’s wife tries to visit him in prison?

9. How is Aksionov described at the start of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

10. How does Aksionov earn money in prison and what does he buy with his money?

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