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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. On what day of the week do Karl Oskar and Kristina leave for America?
2. What is Karl's distinguishing physical characteristic?
3. The local dean fears that the price of _______________ will drop because Danjel is no longer making alcohol.
4. What does Karl inherit with his land?
5. What destroys Karl Oskar's crops?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why does Robert compare his work situation to the death of his cat?
2. What punishment does Robert receive that finally makes him leave Aron's farm?
3. What economic impact do Danjel's religious beliefs have on the village?
4. How does Anna's death alter Kristina's view on going to America?
5. How does Karl Oskar turn the news of Kristina's pregnancy into a positive?
6. Why is Captain Lorentz unhappy about peasant passengers?
7. What is the name of the ship to carry the peasants and who is the captain?
8. What are the seven masters that rule the lives of men like Robert and Arvid?
9. How do Karl Oskar's beliefs differ from his father's?
10. Who are the characters who comprise Karl Oskar's family?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Create a brief character study of Robert. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him during his lifetime?
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 two major settings for the novel. Why does Moberg use the settings he does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?
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