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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has passed away in Chapter 1?

2. Where does the Mackenzie family live?

3. What does Abbie try to focus her attention on in the spring in Chapter 15?

4. Which river do Abbie and Will encounter on their journey?

5. Why does Abbie keep her feelings about Christine hidden?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Abbie discover near the families' camp in Nebraska?

2. What advice does Abbie receive in Chapter 6?

3. What do Abbie and Will receive in Chapter 13?

4. Following the advice of the preacher's wife, who does Abbie decide to marry in Chapter 6?

5. What is Abbie said to be fascinated by in Chapter 1?

6. What do Will and Abbie do to build up their homestead in Chapter 11?

7. How does Abbie feel about her in-laws?

8. What happens to the Deals' sixth crop in Nebraska?

9. How have the fortunes of the Mackenzie family changed over time?

10. What does Abbie's mother give her before Abbie's wedding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the historical context of the novel. What major events were taking place during the time period in which this novel is set? How do these real events affect the characters?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Abbie's children and grandchildren. What are their defining characteristics? What similarities do they share with Abbie?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the motif of strength and courage in the novel, "A Lantern in her Hand." What are some examples of when Abbie exhibits strength and courage? How might she have floundered in such harsh conditions if she did not have strength and courage?

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