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Name: _________________________ | Period: ___________________ |
This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does the steamboat captain warn the passengers to not stay in the area where they disembark?
2. Why will Karl and Kristina not allow their children to eat the food on the ship?
3. One of the first men to welcome the new settlers is Samuel ______________.
4. Danjel notes that he fully expected God to destroy __________________.
5. Which insect does Anders tell the men can be a big problem for farmers?
Short Essay Questions
1. How had Karl determined where he wanted to settle in America?
2. What does Sigurd Thomasson warn the group about as they continue their journey?
3. How is Karl selected as leader of the group and who is the man who will act as their guide to the new homesteads?
4. What is the nature of Robert's health problem and how did he sustain it?
5. How does the nature of Kristina's fears change as the journey progresses through the forest?
6. Why will Karl and Kristina not allow their children to eat the food on the ship?
7. Why do a few men leave the ship with a bundle and shovels when it stops?
8. When does the group encounter Anders and why is Fina-Kajsa upset with him?
9. What role does religion play in the decisions of the immigrants to leave Sweden and come to America?
10. Who is Lill-Marta and why does she cause such alarm as the boat is ready to depart?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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 motivates her during his lifetime?
Essay Topic 2
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 3
Poverty takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.
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