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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 warning does Ulrika remind Karl of?

2. 1861-1862 is the _______________ winter in America for the emigrants.

3. Which Indian tribe is rumored to be near the place where newlywed Sven has his claim?

4. What season is it when Part 1, Chapter IV begins?

5. After her diagnosis, Kristina feels that she is useless as ________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Dr. Farnley's warning for Kristina which Ulrika tells Karl because Kristina is too shy to talk about it?

2. What is the major point of contention in the religious beliefs among the Swedish Lutheran settlers and Swedish revivalist, Frederick Nilsson?

3. What is Manda Svensson's moral dilemma regarding the baptism of her son and what advice does Kristina give her?

4. When does Karl finally decide to enlist in the war?

5. What advice does Danjel give to Kristina about her prayers to God?

6. How does Karl's rational side emerge when Civil War breaks out in America?

7. How do Karl's religious beliefs differ from Kristina's?

8. How do Karl and Kristina differ in their views on the Civil War?

9. What decision does Kristina make for herself regarding which religion to follow and how does she show independence in her relationship with God?

10. What are the circumstances in which Karl and Kristina become intimate again?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

The theme of man's inhumanity to man will be an important one in the novel. How does the author begin to build this theme? Give examples of man's inhumanity to man throughout the book.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

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