How Well Do You Know The Novel The Five People You Meet In Heaven?

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1/10 Questions

Who is the main character?
- Eddie
- Ruby
- Emile
- Marguerite

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We all go through life with a set amount of lessons to learn. Take this quiz to see how well you know the novel!

How Well Do You Know The Novel The Five People You Meet In Heaven? - Quiz

2.

Who is the Captain?
- Eddie's commanding officer from the war
- A friend
- Co-worker
- A relative
Correct Answer

A. Eddie's commanding officer from the war

Explanation

The correct answer is Eddie's commanding officer from the war. This is because the question is asking about the identity of the Captain, and it specifies that the Captain is Eddie's commanding officer from the war.

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3.

What does Eddie learn from the little girl Tala?
- There's always a purpose for your life
- You live for a reason the same way that people die for a reason.
- Where you are today is a combination of all your past actions, decisions, and the way the people around you have affected you.
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

Eddie learns all of the above from the little girl Tala. Tala teaches him that there is always a purpose for his life and that he lives for a reason, just like people die for a reason. She also helps him understand that where he is today is a result of his past actions, decisions, and the influence of the people around him.

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4.

What does Eddie learn from his wife Marguerite?
- The power of love, even after death.
- There are multiple forms of love.
- Lost love is the strongest kind of love
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

Eddie learns multiple lessons from his wife Marguerite. Firstly, he learns the power of love, even after death, as Marguerite continues to love and support him even after she passes away. Secondly, he realizes that there are multiple forms of love, not just romantic love, but also love between family and friends. Lastly, Eddie understands that lost love, such as the love he had for Marguerite, is the strongest kind of love, as it continues to impact and shape his life even after she is gone.

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5.

What does the main character's wife die from?
- Heart attack
- Brain tumor
- Murder
- Suicide
Correct Answer

A. Brain tumor

Explanation

The main character's wife dies from a brain tumor. This means that she had a growth or abnormal mass in her brain that ultimately led to her death. It is likely that the tumor affected her brain function and caused her health to deteriorate.

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What does Eddie learn from Ruby?
- The importance of releasing anger and granting forgiveness.
- There is always more than one side to a story.
- Hatred was a deadly weapon
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

Eddie learns multiple lessons from Ruby. Firstly, he learns the importance of releasing anger and granting forgiveness, understanding that holding onto anger can be detrimental. Secondly, he realizes that there is always more than one side to a story, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding different perspectives. Lastly, Eddie learns that hatred can be a deadly weapon, highlighting the destructive nature of harboring hatred. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as Eddie learns all these lessons from Ruby.

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7.

What does Eddie learn from the Captain?
- Sacrifices are a part of life.
- Everyone makes these sacrifices.
- Some sacrifices are big, and others are day-to-day small sacrifices.
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

Eddie learns from the Captain that sacrifices are a part of life and that everyone makes these sacrifices. He also learns that sacrifices can vary in size, with some being big and others being day-to-day small sacrifices. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" because Eddie learns all of these lessons from the Captain.

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8.

What is the final meaning learned?
- That every life touches another and that everything is connected, it is all one big life.
- Think before we act.
- Be good to all around us.
- Cherish all who come into our lives for they are all lessons to be learned.
Correct Answer

A. That every life touches another and that everything is connected, it is all one big life.

Explanation

The final meaning learned is that every life has an impact on others and that there is interconnectedness in everything. This suggests that all lives are connected and part of one big life. Additionally, the answer implies the importance of thinking before acting, being kind to those around us, and valuing the lessons that each person who enters our lives brings.

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9.

What do the five levels of heaven mean?
- Path of learning
- Recollecting the past
- Judgement
- Redemption of sin
Correct Answer

A. Path of learning

Explanation

The five levels of heaven represent a progression or journey of learning. As individuals ascend through the levels, they gain knowledge and understanding, ultimately reaching a state of enlightenment. This path of learning allows individuals to grow spiritually and evolve as they recollect their past experiences, undergo judgment, and seek redemption for their sins. The concept of the five levels of heaven suggests that there is a purposeful and structured process of growth and self-improvement in the afterlife.

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10.

What does Eddie learn from The blue man?
- Everything happens for a reason.
- There are no random events in life.
- All lives and experiences are interconnected in some way.
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

Eddie learns from The blue man that everything happens for a reason, there are no random events in life, and all lives and experiences are interconnected in some way. This means that there is purpose in every event, nothing happens by chance, and everyone's lives are intertwined and have an impact on each other.

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