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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. What did Marie remember about Carl when he was a boy?

2. How much time passes between Part 1 and Part 2 of this book?

3. How does Alexandra feel when she returns home after looking at the riverside property?

4. How much older than Carl is Alexandra?

5. Why is Emil afraid of Ivar?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the common view of Emil in Part 2, and why is this so surprising?

2. How did Frank and Marie meet?

3. What caused John's father's disgrace?

4. What does Alexandra say to her mother to calm her fears about losing her farm?

5. What happens when Alexandra sees Carl in the garden?

6. What does Carl say to Alexandra about Marie during their visit?

7. What does Alexandra tell Carl is the key to her success with the land?

8. What does Carl witness between Marie and Emil one morning while walking alone?

9. What does Emil think of Ivar's cave?

10. How is Lou described by the author?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Alexandra endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials and what lessons does she learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 3

Diversity was a major theme in this book as many different lifestyles and ranks in society were involved. How was this theme shown in this book, and why do you think the author felt it was so important?

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