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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. The trip to America costs ________________ of the proceeds from the sale of Karl Oskar's farm.

2. Karl Oskar still struggles with _________________.

3. Karl Oskar's future is determined by ________________.

4. What is a threat to unity in the community?

5. What does Robert do on his way to his new job?

Short Essay Questions

1. What crime does Robert stop Arvid from committing and what do they see as their only escape?

2. Why does Kristina question the trip to America?

3. What are the seven masters that rule the lives of men like Robert and Arvid?

4. Why are Danjel's teachings at odds with Dean Brusander's beliefs?

5. What are the good and bad omens at the beginning of Karl Oskar and Kristina's trip?

6. How does Karl Oskar turn the news of Kristina's pregnancy into a positive?

7. What are the main reasons Robert and Arvid want to leave the farm?

8. What does Karl Oskar do after Robert returns home from Aron's punishment?

9. Who is Danjel Andreasson, and what are his religious beliefs?

10. How do Karl Oskar's beliefs differ from his father's?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the role of the family in THE EMIGRANTS. What does it mean for each of the main characters? How does the family evolve in its support of each other? How do all the passengers on the ship become a family of sorts? How are they bound like a family is bound together? Why is this bond stronger than natural ones in some cases?

Essay Topic 2

Moberg is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony. Briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the setting at the beginning of the novel. Does the author paint a complete picture for the reader? What, if anything, is missing?

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