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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 and 2 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Rudolph plan to avoid taking communion the day after he confesses to Father Schwartz in Chapter 2?
(a) He will skip church.
(b) He will drink water in the morning.
(c) He will go to the bathroom.
(d) He will pretend to be sick.

2. What words does Father Schwartz use when listening to Rudolph's confession?
(a) Son and boy.
(b) Baby and Infant.
(c) Buddy and pal.
(d) Sir and young man.

3. What word is used to describe how Rudolph felt about telling Father Schwartz his true sins?
(a) Anxiety.
(b) Anticipation.
(c) Apathy.
(d) Agony.

4. Who is Blatchford Sarnemington?
(a) Rudolph's teacher.
(b) Rudolph's cousin.
(c) Rudolph's schoolmate.
(d) Rudolph's alter ego.

5. Where is Father Schwartz when Rudolph Miller comes to visit him at the start of "Absolution"?
(a) At a cafe.
(b) In the library.
(c) At church.
(d) At home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first "easy sin" Rudolph confessed to Father Schwartz in Chapter 2?

2. How old is Rudolph Miller?

3. What does Rudolph tell Father Schwartz when he finally speaks?

4. What did Rudolph confess to Father Schwartz he did in the barn with his friends?

5. What is Rudolph's father's occupation?

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