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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 was Semyonich’s demeanor while the Governor questioned Aksionov?
(a) Angry.
(b) Agitated.
(c) Unconcerned.
(d) Sad.

2. After they way Semyonich reacted to Aksionov’s story, what does Aksionov begin to believe about Semyonich?
(a) He is his wife’s new husband.
(b) He is his son.
(c) He too has been wrongfully accused.
(d) That he killed the merchant.

3. What did the convoy soldiers notice after taking the convicts out to work one day?
(a) That someone had escaped.
(b) A tool used for digging.
(c) That Semyonich has cuts on his hand and head.
(d) That someone had emptied some earth from his boots.

4. How does Semyonich respond when Aksionov asks if he has heard of his crime?
(a) He says he followed the trial in the news.
(b) He says it sounded familiar but he was not sure.
(c) He says he never heard of it.
(d) He says he has but it was long ago and he has forgotten what he heard.

5. What does Aksionov say to Semyonich when he asks his forgiveness and calls himself a wretch?
(a) He says he could never forgive him.
(b) He says he forgives him.
(c) He says he does not need his forgiveness.
(d) He says God will forgive hm.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Aksionov heads out for the fair in the morning, how long before he stops to rest and feed his horse?

2. What does the tall man around 60 years old tell the prisoners he was convicted of doing?

3. In addition to calling Aksionov “The Saint” (111), what other nickname is he given in prison?

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

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

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