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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 was young Agnes hearing calling to her from the storehouse, in her memory described in Chapter 6?

2. What is one of the first things Agnes shares with the Reverend in Chapter 6?

3. Why does Reverend Toti stop visiting Agnes in Chapter 10?

4. When Agnes first moves to Natan's farm, who becomes jealous of Natan and Agnes' connection?

5. What does Agnes admire about Natan, as descried in Chapter 9?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Agnes describe the Northern Lights her foster-father showed her?

2. Why did Natan sleep in Sigga's bed when he knew Agnes was awake?

3. How does Reverend Toti relay his message to Blondal about preparing Agnes for her execution?

4. How does Agnes recount Natan's unexpected demeanor?

5. What is an example of how Margret begins to trust Agnes and appreciate her knowledge?

6. What was Agnes' first impression of Sigga when she arrives at Illugastadir?

7. What exactly happens in Agnes' dream of Reverend Toti, which is the true first time she met him?

8. How does Agnes describe her feelings and relationship with Natan after having a dream?

9. After realizing that her sister was dead, what was Agnes' reaction?

10. How does Margret make a rejoinder to Agnes revealing that she has no mother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Agnes spends a fair amount of time sharing her story about family with both Reverend Toti and Margret. What conclusions can be drawn from her childhood background and how might they have shaped the woman she became?

Essay Topic 2

How and why does Margret Jonsdottir's opinion of Agnes progress over time? List specific examples of how she feels once Agnes arrives and then when Agnes is preparing for her execution.

Essay Topic 3

Ravens are frequently being referenced and appear during certain situations. What do the ravens represent and why does the author place them during certain scenes? Cite at least four examples and explain how they prove your representation.

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