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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. Who decides to enlist in the war in September of 1861?

2. Who is the doctor who Ulrika recommends for Kristina?

3. Which war breaks out at the novel begins?

4. Kristina has been ill since ____________________.

5. What can Karl's family hear from their house?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is the argument Karl and Nojd have regarding who really owns Karl's land?

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

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

5. What are Kristina's beliefs about the way white Christians treat the Indians?

6. What is the premise of "The Last Letter Home"?

7. How is Karl conflicted between his civic duty and his wife's pleas regarding his decision to enlist for war?

8. What does Jonas Petter's admonition to Sven about moving to Meeker County foreshadow?

9. What does the Indian cliff symbolize in the story?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for Karl Oskar's children's lives. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, and socialization.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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