A Man Called Ove Quiz

Fredrik Backman

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Questions 1-5 of 26:

1.

The attitudes of the men in white shirts in this section, juxtaposed with Ove's attitude towards Sonja, is a vivid example of what narrative technique? (from Chapters 20 - 23)

Contrast.

Metaphor.

Parallelism.

Foreshadowing.

2.

Who gets married in the epilogue? (from Chapters 38 - Epilogue)

Anders and Mirsad.

Jimmy and Lena.

Jimmy and Mirsad.

Anders and Lena.

3.

What is the most likely reason that Ove is so still when he is called "Granddad"? (from Chapters 38 - Epilogue)

He is suprised and moved: after the baby's death, he never expected to be anyone's granddad.

He is furious and resentful: he feels Parvaneh's daughter has been inexcusably rude.

He is shocked and in pain: the surprise of being called Grandad has triggered a heart attack.

He is horrified and upset: he doesn't want to be anybody's granddad.

4.

What is the most likely reason that Ove was able to complete the construction training program in such a short time? (from Chapters 12 - 14)

The experience and skills he acquired while working construction.

The experience and skills he acquired from Sonja.

The experience and skills he acquired while working in train repair.

The experience and skills he acquired from Tom.

5.

What job around the house is Ove preparing to do? (from Chapters 1 - 4 )

Repairing the damage caused by the car scraping along his house.

Cleaning out his garage.

Putting a hook in his ceiling.

Putting a hook on his front door.

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