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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 is now Danjel's farmhand?

2. Who is the captain of the ship the immigrants take to America?

3. Why can Arvid not travel to America?

4. Kristina packs _____________________, which are said to be scarce in America.

5. What is Robert's punishment for being late?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Karl Oskar meet his wife, Kristina?

2. Why does Kristina question the trip to America?

3. What is the vision that Danjel feels compelled to follow, and how is his wife conflicted by it?

4. What is the symbolism of the big old chest to be packed for the journey to America?

5. Describe Robert's propensity to wander and roam.

6. How do Karl Oskar's beliefs differ from his father's?

7. What are the main reasons Robert and Arvid want to leave the farm?

8. What is the fate of Karl Oskar's children given their poverty?

9. Describe Robert's grim life in Chapter 3.

10. What does Karl Oskar do after Robert returns home from Aron's punishment?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Moberg's writing style. How is he different from other writers of his time? What are some of his characteristic writing techniques? Identify some examples of his classic style in THE EMIGRANTS.

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