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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. What did Karl bring with him from Sweden which he realizes now will be very helpful?
(a) Seed corn.
(b) Fishing supplies.
(c) Elderberry bushes.
(d) Maps.

2. What does Kristina ask Karl to buy but he does not have enough money?
(a) A cow.
(b) A bed.
(c) A stove.
(d) Dishes.

3. What animal is Robert able to catch without firing his gun?
(a) Possum.
(b) Squirrel.
(c) Rabbit.
(d) Deer.

4. What does Robert see in a tree that frightens him?
(a) An Indian.
(b) An owl.
(c) A cougar.
(d) An eagle.

5. Why is the Indian in the tree?
(a) He has a good vantage point for hunting.
(b) He is a runaway.
(c) He is dead and secured there until the ground thaws for burial.
(d) He is a lookout.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who comes to the cabin one day and frightens Kristina?

2. Ulrika has also turned down a marriage proposal from a ______________ man in town.

3. Who does Kristina consider to christen the new baby?

4. What is the profession of the man in #172?

5. Which of the following is NOT a piece of furniture that Karl makes during the first winter?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how Karl and Robert are very much alike even though they do not think so.

2. What advice does Robert give Arvid regarding his commitment to Danjel?

3. What news does Karl share in a letter to his parents?

4. Why are Karl and Robert at odds over the Indian in the woods episode?

5. When does Robert decide to leave Minnesota and what does he tell Karl about it?

6. What precautions does Karl take for the family after Robert's experience with the Indian in the woods?

7. How does Robert convince Karl that he can take care of himself?

8. What differing opinions do Karl, Kristina and Robert each have about Indians?

9. What are some of the signs in nature that signal the coming of Spring?

10. Explain why money is such a source of tension between Karl and Kristina.

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