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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue, Chapter I and II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What bothers Kristina about the baptism ceremony in Ulrika's parishioners in Stillwater?
(a) The loud singing and dancing.
(b) The ferocity of the minister.
(c) The gifts provided.
(d) The immersion in water.

2. Which one of Karl's daughters wants to marry Klas?
(a) Marta.
(b) Gerda.
(c) Evelina.
(d) Linnea.

3. Kristina's dream transitions from a pleasant situation to one in which she ________________________.
(a) cannot find her children.
(b) is tossed into the sea from a ship.
(c) is covered in hot tar.
(d) falls into an abyss.

4. Karl insists that they follow the doctor's instructions because it is important for Kristina to get better, despite ___________________________.
(a) the physical denial he suffers.
(b) her absence from the home.
(c) the expense of the treatments.
(d) the recovery period.

5. What food does Karl try to get Kristina to eat when she awakens?
(a) Some warm milk.
(b) Blueberries.
(c) Cornbread.
(d) An apple.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the greatest number of settlers killed by the Sioux in one day?

2. What is the nature of Kristina's illness?

3. What does Charles do every evening?

4. Who comes to Karl's house to chastise him for his carnal appetites which ultimately killed his wife?

5. Who is Karl angry with regarding Kristina's death?

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