Wednesday, April 15, 2009

9B Homework

In the comments section of this post, I have put the comprehension question answers for 'God Sees the Truth, but Waits'. Write these in your notebooks.
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Miss Jones said...

God Sees the Truth, but Waits-
Comprehension Questions
1. How was Ivan’s long exile from home foreshadowed in the beginning of the story?
The night before Ivan left, his wife dreamed that he left for the fair and returned with gray hair.
2. What evidence seemed to prove that Ivan was guilty of murder?
A blood-stained knife was found in his bag, and the adjoining inn rooms where Ivan and the merchant were locked from the inside.
3. How did Ivan act when he was falsely accused and imprisoned?
At first, he cried; then he tried to go through official channels and appeal to the czar. After finding out that his wife’s petition was rejected, Ivan prayed often while remembering that God still knew the truth.
4. What kind of impression did Ivan make upon his fellow prisoners? How?
Because of his meek spirit, they liked Ivan and called him “Grandfather.” He became a counselor to many of the men and helped them with their problems.
5. The Bible tells us that we should forgive others as Christ has forgiven us (Colossians 3:13). Did Ivan completely forgive Makar? Explain your answer.
Although Ivan did not specifically say the words “I forgive you” he did say “God will forgive you!” After Ivan realized that he was no better than Makar and that God would forgive Makar, Ivan’s heart grew lighter through forgiveness.

6. Why did Makar decide to tell the Governor the truth? Did his confession benefit Ivan in any way?
Makar told the truth because Ivan did not tell the Governor that Makar had dug the tunnel. Makar felt guilty for framing Ivan. Makar’s confession cleared Ivan’s name but did not give him physical freedom. Even though Ivan died before he could be set free, the confession helped him achieve peace because he realized that he was no better than Makar.
7. What purpose do you think God might have had in waiting to prove Ivan’s innocence?
Ivan’s suffering made him more like Christ, and he influenced people he would not have otherwise been able to influence. Makar learned to face the consequences of his actions.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

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