A Man Called Ove Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 26:

1.

Given what the story tells us at the end of this section but Ove's circumstances, what is the most likely explanation for his long daydream? (from Chapters 1 - 4 )

He is probably lost in a sense of relief, given that his wife recently died.

He is probably worried about the neighbors, given that his wife was good friends with them.

He is probably worried about the cat, given that his wife took care of it.

He is probably lost in grief or memory, given that his wife recently died.

2.

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

Anders and Lena.

Anders and Mirsad.

Jimmy and Lena.

Jimmy and Mirsad.

3.

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

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

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

4.

Why is the Blonde Weed throwing stones at the cat? (from Chapters 5 - 7)

She thinks the cat has been chasing the birds away.

She is allergic, and wants the cat to stay away.

She thinks the cat is pestering Ove too much.

She thinks the cat attacked her dog.

5.

What kind of car does Rune purchase that, the narrative says, puts an end to his friendship with Ove? (from Chapters 24 - 27)

A Toyota.

A Saab.

A Volvo.

A BMW.

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