"Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" Quiz
"Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" follows a young boy named Oskar Schell as he embarks on a quest through New York City to unravel the mystery behind a key belonging to his father, who died in the 9/11 attacks.
fiction | 326 pages | Published in 2005
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- How does the author use the character of Oskar Schell to explore the themes of grief and loss in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'?
- Discuss the significance of the narrative structure in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'. How does the use of multiple perspectives enhance the story?
- Analyze the role of the key and the quest in the novel. What does Oskar's journey to find the lock symbolize?
- Examine the relationship between Oskar and his mother. How does their dynamic evolve throughout the novel, and what does it reveal about their coping mechanisms?
- Consider the portrayal of New York City in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'. How does the city serve as both a character and a setting in the novel?
- Discuss the use of letters and other forms of written communication in the novel. How do they contribute to the development of the plot and characters?
- Explore the theme of trauma in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'. How do different characters deal with their traumatic experiences?
- Analyze the role of humor and creativity in Oskar's life. How do these elements help him cope with his father's death?
- What is the significance of the recurring imagery of falling in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'? How does it relate to the characters' experiences?
- Discuss the impact of the historical events of September 11 on the characters and storyline in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'.
- How does Jonathan Safran Foer use symbolism to convey deeper meanings in 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'? Provide specific examples from the text.
- Examine the role of family and community in the novel. How do they influence Oskar's journey and his understanding of the world?
- How does the author address the concept of memory and its reliability throughout 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'?
- Discuss the role of silence and communication in the novel. How do these elements affect the characters' relationships and the narrative as a whole?
