The Black Cat Quiz
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Questions and Answers
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What did the name of the first cat mean?
- A.
Solar system
- B.
The Greek god of the Underworld
- C.
The Roman god of the Underworld
Correct Answer
C. The Roman god of the UnderworldExplanation
The name of the first cat meant the Roman god of the Underworld. This suggests that the cat may have been named after this god, possibly due to its mysterious and dark nature. The Roman god of the Underworld, also known as Pluto, was associated with death and the afterlife, which aligns with the cat's name and its potential characteristics.Rate this question:
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- 2.
'The Black Cat' was written in 1842
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "The Black Cat" was written in 1842 is false. "The Black Cat" is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe and it was actually published in 1843. It is a psychological horror story that revolves around the theme of guilt and the descent into madness. The story is known for its dark and macabre atmosphere, as well as its exploration of the human psyche.Rate this question:
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- 3.
(blank) can come around and bite you in the end.
Correct Answer
Karma
CatsExplanation
Karma is a belief in the concept of cause and effect, where one's actions and intentions will eventually bring about consequences, either positive or negative. Cats, on the other hand, are often associated with being unpredictable and having a mischievous nature. Therefore, the phrase "can come around and bite you in the end" suggests that both karma and cats have the potential to bring unexpected consequences or negative outcomes if one is not careful.Rate this question:
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Gallows mean what?
- A.
Informal term for youth or man; a spiteful woman's gossip; feline, unable to roar
- B.
Instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which condemned persons are execution by hanging
- C.
Ghostly appearing figure; something existing in perception only
Correct Answer
B. Instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which condemned persons are execution by hangingExplanation
The correct answer is "instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which condemned persons are execution by hanging." This is the correct answer because gallows are historically known as a method of execution by hanging, typically consisting of a wooden frame.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Cats are said to have eight lives.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Cats are said to have nine livesRate this question:
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- 6.
"The Black Cat" was later made into a (blank).
Correct Answer
Play
MovieExplanation
"The Black Cat" was later made into a play and a movie.Rate this question:
- 7.
What is Iroinc about the two cats?
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They both have a white patch on there chest
- B.
They both only have one eye
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Niether one likes Edgar Allan
Correct Answer
B. They both only have one eyeExplanation
The irony in the situation is that both cats have only one eye. This is unexpected and contradictory to the usual expectation of cats having two eyes. Irony often involves a contrast between what is expected and what actually occurs, and in this case, the fact that both cats share the same unusual characteristic adds to the irony.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Edgar Allen Poe's wife broke a blood vessel while playing the paino
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement is true. Edgar Allen Poe's wife did break a blood vessel while playing the piano. This incident occurred in 1847 when Poe's wife, Virginia Eliza Clemm Poe, was playing the piano and suddenly began bleeding from the mouth. It was later discovered that she had ruptured a blood vessel. This incident added to the tragic events in Poe's life, as his wife's health continued to deteriorate and she eventually passed away in 1847.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How many cats did the person have?
- A.
2
- B.
1
- C.
3
Correct Answer
A. 2Explanation
The person had 2 cats.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Guilt is feeling like you've done something wrong?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Guilt is a complex emotion that arises when an individual believes they have done something wrong or violated their own moral code. It involves feelings of remorse, regret, and self-blame. Therefore, the statement "Guilt is feeling like you've done something wrong" is accurate as it correctly defines guilt as the perception of wrongdoing.Rate this question:
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