Allgot

Ämne: Engelska

Årskurs: Åk 9

Tid: 60 minuter

Frågor till “A Man Called Ove” (Kapitel 1–5)

1. Describe Ove’s personality. How does the author introduce him in the first chapters?
2. What important event happens at the beginning of the story that sets the tone for Ove’s character?
3. Who is Parvaneh, and how does her arrival affect Ove’s daily life?
4. Explain why Ove feels isolated and frustrated with the changes around him. Give two examples from the text.
5. What are some of Ove’s routines or habits that show his attitude towards life and people?

Facit

1. Ove is portrayed as a grumpy, strict, and lonely man with strong principles. He is meticulous and has little patience with things or people he finds illogical or careless. The author introduces him with humor and a mix of sympathy and frustration, showing his stern nature but also his vulnerability.
2. Early in the story, Ove tries to commit suicide. This important event reveals his deep sadness and loneliness but also introduces the reader to his complex character — someone with pain beneath his tough exterior.
3. Parvaneh is a pregnant woman who moves in next door. Her arrival brings warmth and disruption to Ove’s quiet and ordered life, gradually breaking through his gruff exterior and making him more involved with others.
4. Ove feels isolated because he has lost his wife and because the neighborhood and society around him have changed in ways he dislikes. Examples include neighbors who do not follow the rules he values, and new technology that frustrates him.
5. Ove’s routines include checking everyone’s parking, fixing things meticulously, and adhering strictly to rules. These habits show he values order and responsibility, but also reflect his struggle to connect emotionally with others.

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