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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. Why was Jenny's suitor refused?

2. How do most people hear updates about the war?

3. What is the name of the closest town to Jethro's house?

4. Who killed Jethro's sister, Mary?

5. What is the name of John's wife?

Short Essay Questions

1. How old is Jenny, and what is her role in the household?

2. How is Jethro helped after his experience in the town store?

3. What happens when Jenny receives a personal letter from Shadrach?

4. What responsibilities does Jethro take on when Matt is hurt?

5. What does Tom say in his first letter home from the war?

6. Why is Jethro sent to town alone in Chapter 5?

7. What happens to Jethro on his ride home from town?

8. Where does Shardach live, and why is this arrangement so unique?

9. What harm is done to Jethro's farm while Matt is ill?

10. How does Jethro feel about the love between Shadrach and Jenny?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Security and safety are two themes that are touched on a number of times throughout the course of this book. What are some of these instances, and how does this affect the characters in these scenes?

Essay Topic 2

Sacrifice is a theme that is very prevalent in this book. Who are the characters most affected by this theme, and how do they allow sacrifice to change their lives?

Essay Topic 3

What are some of the key examples of gratitude in this book, and how do these instances affect that characters involved in those scenes?

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