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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ivan and Alyosha Converse.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the grand inquisitor think Jesus created conscience?
(a) Teaching man through example.
(b) In his interactions with students.
(c) By not proving his identity.
(d) Living selflessly.

2. How does the prisoner look at the grand inquisitor when he is being accused in his cell?
(a) Meekly.
(b) Sadly.
(c) Indifferently.
(d) Angrily.

3. What does the woman of the dead child do when asking Jesus for help?
(a) Puts her hands to her heart.
(b) Throws himself at his feet.
(c) Gently looks at him.
(d) Kneels gently down.

4. What is a prediction given by the grand inquisitor about the future of the church?
(a) The will have power over the state.
(b) It will soon crumble.
(c) It will be destroyed by Jesus.
(d) It will last for eternity.

5. What is the first thing the visitor does when entering the prisoner's cell?
(a) Introduces himself.
(b) Walks toward him.
(c) Asks him his identity.
(d) Gazes at him for a long time.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Inquisition, what happens of one disagrees with the church?

2. What is a "Literary Preface," in the case of this story?

3. According to Ivan, did Jesus have any physical presence on earth in the 16th Century?

4. According to the grand inquisitor, how has the church responded to the questions used to tempt Jesus?

5. How does Ivan describe the prison?

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