CLEAN : Swedish booksellers react to 2020 Nobel Literature Prize winner

The transcript discusses a surprise message about a poet, highlighting the availability of her books in English and Swedish. It emphasizes the importance of English as a second language, allowing more people to access her work. The speaker expresses excitement about the poet's recognition, especially as a woman, and looks forward to reading her work.

What was the initial reaction to the message mentioned in the first section?

• It was expected and planned.

• It was met with skepticism.

• It was a surprise but welcomed.

• It was ignored.

Why is English considered significant in the second section?

• It is the only language people read.

• It is rarely spoken.

• It is difficult to learn.

• It is a common second language.

What was the reaction to the availability of books in the second section?

• They were ignored.

• They were quickly sold out.

• They were returned.

• They were given away for free.

What is the significance of the poet mentioned in the third section?

• She is a historical figure.

• She is a male poet.

• She is a female poet receiving recognition.

• She is a well-known novelist.

What is the narrator's attitude towards reading the poet's work in the third section?

• Excited and looking forward

• Already familiar

• Indifferent

• Uninterested