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What is the other name for Aesop's fables?
- Aesopica
- Aesopsa
- Aesopa
- Aesopor

About This Quiz

Aesop's Fables is a collection of fables credited to Aesop, a slave and storyteller believed to have lived in ancient Greece between 620 and 564 BCE. How well do you know about it?

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Which of these is a fable wrongly attributed to Aesop?
- The Dog In The A Manger
- The Tortoise and The Hare
- The Swan And The Goose
- Zeus and The Tortoise
Correct Answer

A. The Dog In The A Manger

Explanation

The fable "The Dog In The A Manger" is wrongly attributed to Aesop. This fable is about a dog who lies in a manger, preventing the cattle from eating the hay. It teaches the lesson of not being possessive or selfish. However, this fable was not actually written by Aesop, but was mistakenly attributed to him. Aesop is famous for his fables, including "The Tortoise and The Hare," "The Swan And The Goose," but not "The Dog In The A Manger."

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3.

What was William Russo's approach to popularizing Aeosp's fables?
- Soap Opera
- Rock Opera
- Stage Plays
- Songs
Correct Answer

A. Rock Opera

Explanation

William Russo's approach to popularizing Aesop's fables was through the medium of Rock Opera. This means that he used a combination of rock music and theatrical storytelling to bring the fables to a wider audience. Rock Opera is known for its dramatic and engaging performances, which would have helped to capture the attention and interest of the audience, making the fables more accessible and entertaining.

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What is the moral lesson behind Aesop's fable 'The Fox And The Lion?
- Slow and steady wins the race
- One man's meat is another's poison
- Cut your cloak according to your size
- Once bitten twice shy
Correct Answer

A. One man's meat is another's poison

Explanation

The moral lesson behind Aesop's fable 'The Fox And The Lion' is that "One man's meat is another's poison." This means that what may be good or beneficial for one person may not be the same for another person. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and respecting individual differences and preferences.

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What is the moral lesson behind Aesop's fable 'The Hare And The Tortoise'?
- One man's meat is another's poison
- Slow and steady wins the race
- Curt your cloak according to your size
- Once bitten, twice shy?
Correct Answer

A. Slow and steady wins the race

Explanation

In the fable, the hare is confident in his speed and underestimates the slow and steady tortoise. However, the tortoise's steady pace ultimately allows him to win the race, showing that different approaches can lead to success for different individuals.

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6.

Where is Aesop believed to come from?
- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Swaziland
- Greece
Correct Answer

A. Ethiopia

Explanation

Aesop is believed to come from Ethiopia because he was a Greek slave who lived in the 6th century BCE in Ancient Greece. He was known for his fables, which often featured animals as characters and conveyed moral lessons. While there is debate about the exact origins of Aesop, Ethiopia is commonly believed to be his birthplace due to references in ancient texts and the influence of Ethiopian folklore on his fables.

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7.

What is the primary genre of Aesop's fables?
- Anthology
- Poetry
- Fiction
- Novella
Correct Answer

A. Anthology

Explanation

Aesop's fables are a collection of short stories that use animals as characters to convey moral lessons. These fables are not a single work of poetry, fiction, or novella, but rather a compilation of various stories. The term "anthology" refers to a collection of literary works, making it the most suitable genre for Aesop's fables.

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What was the name of Aesop's first slave master?
- Bitrus
- Pius
- Xanthus
- Mannasseh
Correct Answer

A. Xanthus

Explanation

Xanthus is the correct answer because according to historical accounts, Aesop was a slave in ancient Greece and his first master was Xanthus. Aesop later gained his freedom and became known for his fables and moral stories.

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9.

In which year was Aesop's fables first translated into English?
- 1481
- 1482
- 1483
- 1484
Correct Answer

A. 1484

Explanation

In 1484, Aesop's fables were first translated into English.

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10.

In which city did Aesop serve as a slave in Greece?
- Samos
- Celtic
- Panathinaikos
- Seagan
Correct Answer

A. Samos

Explanation

Aesop served as a slave in the city of Samos in Greece.

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