1. Which of the following statements best describes the main character, Thord, the father? a) He is a complex man and it is very difficult to understand his beliefs, motives, and behaviors.
b) He is a peasant who exemplifies a very simple adherence to a traditional way of life.
d) He is a very religious man whose primary connection with humanity is with the priest.

3. The ending of the story may be unsettling for which one of the following reasons?

a) The priest is uncharacteristically abrupt with Thord.
c) The priest’s response to Thord’s changing life is ambiguous.
d) Thord is usually very frugal and it is unclear why he has suddenly become generous.