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"A Prayer For Owen Meany" Quiz
A boy with a strange voice believes he is an instrument of God's will.
fiction | 79 pages | Published in 2012
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- How does the character of Owen Meany challenge traditional ideas of heroism and masculinity?
- Discuss the significance of Owen Meany's voice being in all capital letters. What effect does this have on the reader?
- In what ways does the theme of faith and doubt play out in the novel, particularly in relation to Owen's beliefs and prophecies?
- Examine the role of religion in the lives of the characters, especially the contrasting beliefs of Owen and Johnny.
- How does the novel explore the impact of fate and destiny on the characters' lives, particularly through Owen's premonitions?
- Analyze the symbolism of the armadillo and the Vietnam War in the novel, and their connection to the themes of fate and mortality.
- Discuss the significance of the title 'A Prayer for Owen Meany' and its relevance to the novel's themes and characters.
