How Well Do You Know About The Famous Authors?

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How Well Do You Know About The Famous Authors? - Quiz

This short quiz will test your knowledge of famous authors, their works and the periods to which they made their literary contributions.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Which famous author wrote Macbeth?

    • A.

      Maya Angelou

    • B.

      Edgar Allan Poe

    • C.

      Sophocles

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. None of the above
    Explanation
    The question asks about the author of Macbeth, a famous play by William Shakespeare. Maya Angelou, Edgar Allan Poe, and Sophocles are all renowned authors, but none of them wrote Macbeth. Therefore, the correct answer is "None of the above."

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  • 2. 

    The movie, "The Hours" was based on the novel, "Mrs. Dalloway", which was written by: (watch the short trailer below to see if you can figure it out!)

    • A.

      Emily Dickinson

    • B.

      Virginia Woolf

    • C.

      Charlotte Perkins Gilman

    • D.

      Charlotte Bronte

    Correct Answer
    B. Virginia Woolf
    Explanation
    "The Hours" is a movie that was based on the novel "Mrs. Dalloway". The author of "Mrs. Dalloway" is Virginia Woolf.

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  • 3. 

    Oedipus the King which was written by Sophocles is considered to be a comedy. True or False?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    Oedipus the King, written by Sophocles, is actually considered to be a tragedy, not a comedy. The play tells the story of Oedipus, who unknowingly kills his father and marries his mother, fulfilling a prophecy. The play explores themes of fate, free will, and the consequences of one's actions, which are typical of a tragic genre. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 4. 

    Romanticism focused on which of the following?

    • A.

      Darkness & truth in reality

    • B.

      Comedic works

    • C.

      Beauty, art, and symmetry

    • D.

      Tragedies

    Correct Answer
    C. Beauty, art, and symmetry
    Explanation
    Romanticism was an artistic and intellectual movement that emphasized emotions, imagination, and individualism. It sought to explore and celebrate the beauty, art, and symmetry in the world. Romanticism often depicted nature, emotions, and the human experience in a heightened and idealized way. It rejected the rationality and order of the Enlightenment era and instead embraced the subjective and emotional aspects of life. Therefore, the focus of Romanticism was on beauty, art, and symmetry rather than darkness and truth in reality, comedic works, or tragedies.

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  • 5. 

    James Joyce and T.S. Eliot are considered what types of writers?

    • A.

      Modernistic

    • B.

      Victorian

    • C.

      Romantic

    Correct Answer
    A. Modernistic
    Explanation
    James Joyce and T.S. Eliot are considered modernistic writers because they both belonged to the modernist movement in literature. Modernism emerged in the early 20th century and was characterized by a break from traditional forms and conventions. Joyce and Eliot were known for their experimental writing styles, fragmented narratives, and exploration of themes such as disillusionment, alienation, and the complexities of modern life. Their works, such as Joyce's "Ulysses" and Eliot's "The Waste Land," challenged traditional literary norms and greatly influenced the development of modern literature.

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  • 6. 

    Charles Dickens is one of the prominent writers of which literary period?

    • A.

      Romantic

    • B.

      Modern

    • C.

      Victorian

    Correct Answer
    C. Victorian
    Explanation
    Charles Dickens is considered one of the prominent writers of the Victorian literary period. The Victorian era, named after Queen Victoria, spanned from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. This period was characterized by social, economic, and political changes, and Dickens's works often reflected the issues and conditions of the time. His novels, such as "Oliver Twist," "Great Expectations," and "A Tale of Two Cities," explored themes of poverty, social injustice, and the struggles of the working class, making him a significant figure in Victorian literature.

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  • 7. 

    In "A Rose for Emily," William Faulkner writes about a popular socialite named Emily Grierson who had many suitors and was unable to choose just one. True or False?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    False. The question is asking whether William Faulkner writes about a popular socialite named Emily Grierson who had many suitors and was unable to choose just one in "A Rose for Emily." However, this is not an accurate description of the story. "A Rose for Emily" is about a reclusive woman named Emily Grierson who is not a socialite and does not have suitors.

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