Roald Dahl Quiz: Do You Know 'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar'?

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    What ability did "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" possess?

    • Predicting the weather
    • Seeing through objects
    • Mind-reading
    • Telekinesis
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Step into the captivating world of Roald Dahl's story "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar" with this quiz. Test your knowledge of this extraordinary tale that follows Henry Sugar, a wealthy man who embarks on a life-changing journey inspired by the abilities of "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes." As you answer ten thought-provoking questions, you'll recall the story's remarkable characters, unique skills, and the twists and turns that shape Henry's adventure. Whether you're a die-hard Roald Dahl fan or a newcomer to his work, this beginner-level quiz will challenge your understanding of one of Dahl's most intriguing narratives.

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  • 2. 

    What did Henry do with the large sum of money he first won in the casino after acquiring his new abilities?

    • Invested it in stocks

    • Bought a house

    • Threw it off his balcony

    • Kept it in a bank

    Correct Answer
    A. Threw it off his balcony
    Explanation
    He threw his first big win off his balcony in his wish to give away the money when he realizes that the thrill of winning or losing has vanished due to the ease with which he can predict outcomes

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  • 3. 

    What document contained information about "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" and his extraordinary abilities in the story?

    • Doctors' report

    • Magicians' account

    • Medical tests

    • Newspaper clippings

    Correct Answer
    A. Doctors' report
    Explanation
    The document containing information about "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" and his extraordinary abilities in the story is a doctor's report that Henry Sugar comes across and is intrigued by.

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  • 4. 

    What did "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" do using his abilities?

    • Perform at the circus

    • Gamble

    • Teach other blind people

    • Perform surgeries

    Correct Answer
    A. Perform at the circus
    Explanation
    "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" used his abilities to perform at the circus by seeing properly through a bandaged head.

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  • 5. 

    How did Henry protect himself in Hollywood?

    • Hired a bodyguard

    • Collaborated with a makeup artist to change his appearance

    • Changed his appearance using magic

    • Stayed in hiding permanently

    Correct Answer
    A. Collaborated with a makeup artist to change his appearance
    Explanation
    He worked with a famous makeup artist to create various disguises so that he could go on to play in casinos around the world undetected.

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  • 6. 

    Under whom did "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" study his meditative practice?

    • Yogi Hardawar

    • Sir Kingslow

    • Magicman

    • Yogi Baba

    Correct Answer
    A. Yogi Hardawar
    Explanation
    "The Man Who Sees Without Using His Eyes" studied his meditative practice under Yogi Hardawar in India.

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  • 7. 

    Where did Henry encounter trouble after leaving London?

    • Paris

    • Las Vegas

    • New York City

    • Rome

    Correct Answer
    A. Las Vegas
    Explanation
    Henry unknowingly collected money from three casinos owned by a Mafioso and barely escaped their enforcers.

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  • 8. 

    How did the narrator end up writing Henry's story?

    • Because he was a close friend

    • As part of a school project

    • Randomly selected by Henry's accountant

    • For a newspaper article

    Correct Answer
    A. Randomly selected by Henry's accountant
    Explanation
    The narrator was chosen to chronicle Henry's life at random by Henry's trusted accountant after his death.

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  • 9. 

    What was Henry's primary motivation for making money?

    • To become famous

    • To live a luxurious life

    • To protect his wealth

    • To establish orphanages

    Correct Answer
    A. To establish orphanages
    Explanation
    Henry's main goal was to create well-equipped orphanages with all the money he earned by employing his ability to look through cards in Casino games and win huge amounts.

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  • 10. 

    Why did Henry decide to stop using his newfound abilities in the casino?

    • He lost all his money.

    • He got caught cheating.

    • He was tired of winning.

    • He feared attracting attention.

    Correct Answer
    A. He feared attracting attention.
    Explanation
    Henry stopped for a short while after first using his newfound abilities to avoid unwanted publicity.

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