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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. According to August, how often was he afraid in prison?

2. What was wrong with Klaas?

3. Who followed Autje and Neitje to the hayloft?

4. What will the women use to open the safe?

5. How is Greta related to Klaas?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to August, what should he have kept to himself in jail?

2. What did Agata do with Klaas's buggy?

3. What is the last fact August shares with Ona?

4. What plan does August have for the safe in the co-op?

5. Why does Klaas ignore Ona?

6. According to Agata, why is leaving the best option?

7. Why did August go to jail?

8. According to Agata, why should the manifesto not be revolutionary?

9. Why was Salome mad about Autje and Neitje taking Greta's horses to the Koop brothers?

10. What were the circumstances of Kurt's death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the portrayal of Mennonite culture and beliefs in the novel. In what ways are the women empowered in this book? How are they at a disadvantage?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the significance of voice and silence throughout the novel. Who speaks, and when? Consider the role of laughter in the story as well.

Essay Topic 3

Evaluate the perception and fear of the "outside world" among the characters. How does this fear affect their decision-making?

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