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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. What does Aksionov tell his wife will happen at the fair to reassure her?
(a) He will sell all of his goods and buy her a present.
(b) He will make so much money he can retire.
(c) He will bring home lots of candy for the kids.
(d) He will sell all of his goods and buy them a vacation home.

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

3. What does Semyonich call Aksionov when they speak of their crimes?
(a) Papa.
(b) Father.
(c) Grandad.
(d) The Saint.

4. How is Aksionov’s beard described after 26 years in prison?
(a) Long, thin, and grey.
(b) Short and black.
(c) Blonde and curly.
(d) He shaves his beard daily.

5. What does Aksionov say to Makar when he tells him he will be released if he confesses?
(a) He tells him that he has no where to go if he were released.
(b) He tells him God would forgive him if he told the truth.
(c) He tells him he would be forever grateful.
(d) He tells him he cannot wait to get out.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the main character introduced at the beginning of “God Sees the Truth But Waits”?

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

3. How many homes does Aksionov own at the beginning of the story?

4. Who is the first person to visit Aksionov in jail?

5. What is something Aksionov does NOT think of in bed the night he first met Semyonich?

(see the answer key)

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