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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. For what does Kristina pray?
2. Kristina prays to God so that ___________________.
3. How long does Karl have to wait for Kristina to leave her doctor's appointment?
4. What season is it when Part 1, Chapter IV begins?
5. What bothers Kristina about the baptism ceremony in Ulrika's parishioners in Stillwater?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is Pastor Stenius' stance on where his religious powers reside and what role does he play in the disruption of the settlers and their religious beliefs?
2. How does Karl's rational side emerge when Civil War breaks out in America?
3. How do Karl and Kristina differ in their views of what her new pregnancy means?
4. What decision does Kristina make for herself regarding which religion to follow and how does she show independence in her relationship with God?
5. How do Karl and Kristina differ in their views when Karl is rejected by the army?
6. What is the symbolism of the Astrakhan apple tree for Kristina?
7. What is Manda Svensson's moral dilemma regarding the baptism of her son and what advice does Kristina give her?
8. How is Karl conflicted between his civic duty and his wife's pleas regarding his decision to enlist for war?
9. When does Karl finally decide to enlist in the war?
10. Why does Kristina compare going to the doctor to immigrating?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of struggle. Identify at least two examples about struggle in the book. Then explain how each example supports the theme of struggle.
Essay Topic 2
Create a brief character study of Ulrika. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What is her life like? What motivates her during his lifetime?
Essay Topic 3
Fear takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.
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