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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Per Hansa clutching in his hands when they find his body?

2. Who does the minister want to baptize?

3. Where is Per Hansa headed to look for the minister?

4. Who teaches Per Hansa how to fish?

5. Who comes to compliment Per Hansa on his wise decision to plant early?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme or struggle of man versus himself is present in the novel, specifically through Per Hansa, but it can also be seen in other characters. Discuss this struggle within the novel. How is it present? How does it affect the character involved in the struggle and the other characters in the family or settlement? Provide examples.

Essay Topic 2

The theme or struggle of man versus nature is present in the novel in many ways. Discuss the struggle within the novel. How does nature dictate the success of the men? How does it dictate their daily lives? How are the men successful despite the forces of nature? Explain using examples.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the style of the novel. Include in your discussion the importance of the title of the chapters, the pacing of the novel, the way the themes are used, and other style elements involved. Provide examples of the author's style and discuss whether the style is effective in this type of novel.

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