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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Danjel notes that he fully expected God to destroy __________________.
(a) Sweden.
(b) the king.
(c) him.
(d) sinners.

2. Which one of Fina-Kajas' sons does the group encounter on their trip?
(a) Lars.
(b) Sven.
(c) Lindberg.
(d) Anders.

3. Which insect does Anders tell the men can be a big problem for farmers?
(a) Mosquitoes.
(b) Flies.
(c) Ants.
(d) Grasshoppers.

4. What city does the group arrive at in Chapter 7?
(a) Buffalo.
(b) Pittsburgh.
(c) Chicago.
(d) Albany.

5. Why does Robert not want to make a huge fortune?
(a) It would be difficult to handle.
(b) He does want to make a huge fortune.
(c) He would be a target for thieves.
(d) People would always want his money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the park where the new emigrants gather?

2. What is the name of the ship that will take the group almost all the way to their destination?

3. Which one of the children is missing when it is time to re-board the ship?

4. One of the first men to welcome the new settlers is Samuel ______________.

5. What disease do the authorities check for before allowing the passengers to disembark?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Lill-Marta and why does she cause such alarm as the boat is ready to depart?

2. How does the nature of Kristina's fears change as the journey progresses through the forest?

3. Why do a few men leave the ship with a bundle and shovels when it stops?

4. Why does Danjel think his little girl died?

5. When does the group encounter Anders and why is Fina-Kajsa upset with him?

6. Why is Ulrika so mad at Karl when the guide tells them how far they have to travel to get to Minnesota?

7. What are Robert's plans for his life in America and how does he prepare?

8. What are Kristina's feelings about her new house in America and what is the only positive thing she can say to Karl?

9. What is the nature of Danjel's personality and what examples does the author provide?

10. What role does religion play in the decisions of the immigrants to leave Sweden and come to America?

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