"Peace Like a River" Quiz
A father's faith and a family's journey through the American Midwest are tested in this lyrical and stirring novel.
fiction | 312 pages | Published in 2001
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Essay questions
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- How does the character of Reuben Land embody the theme of faith and miracles in 'Peace Like a River'?
- Discuss the significance of the setting, including the rural Midwest and the 1960s, in shaping the events and characters in the novel.
- How does the relationship between Reuben and his father, Jeremiah, develop throughout the novel, and what does it reveal about the themes of family and loyalty?
- Analyze the role of the supernatural and the miraculous in the novel, particularly in relation to Reuben's asthma and the actions of his father.
- In what ways does the character of Swede challenge traditional gender roles and expectations, and how does this contribute to the overall themes of the novel?
- Examine the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the characters in 'Peace Like a River,' and how these dilemmas shape the narrative and characters' development.
- Discuss the significance of the title 'Peace Like a River' and how it relates to the overall message and themes of the novel.
