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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. To what does Old Abe attribute the fact that news travels fast?

2. In what month will the apples be ripe?

3. Kristina learns that she will die if ______________________.

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

5. Kristina tells Karl that her doctor's appointment was ___________________.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why does Kristina compare going to the doctor to immigrating?

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

4. How does Kristina feel about the doctor's warnings to her and what stance does Karl take on the subject?

5. How do Karl and Kristina differ in their views when Karl is rejected by the army?

6. How do Karl and Kristina differ on the religious aspects of killing in the war?

7. What is the symbolism of the Astrakhan apple tree for Kristina?

8. What is the author foreshadowing by writing about Karl's dreams of tilling his oak stand and the mention of the church bells?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Moberg use the literary technique of local color in "The Last Letter Home"? What elements comprise local color? Give some examples of the local color in Swedish establishments, in the characters, and in the events.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Karl Oskar. 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 kind of life does he live? What motivates him during his lifetime?

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Kristina. 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 daily life like? What motivates her during his lifetime?

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