Can You Identify These Chinese Writers? Trivia Quiz

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1. What types of books does Han Dong write?

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Han Dong writes a variety of books including essays, poetry, short stories, and novels. This indicates that he is a versatile writer who explores different genres and forms of literature.

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Chinese has tons of writers ranging from classical China to the ones who are still alive today. For those who know nothing about Chinese old or contemporary writers that have written some very interesting and educating masterpieces where you can learn a thing or 2 about wisdom and life philosophy.... see moreSo, what can you say about Chinese writers? Take our quiz and find out now. see less

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2. Why is Lu Xun so important to Chinese Literature?

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Lu Xun is considered to be an important figure in Chinese literature because he played a pivotal role in the development of modern Chinese literature. His works, such as "The True Story of Ah Q" and "Diary of a Madman," challenged traditional literary conventions and addressed social and political issues of his time. Lu Xun's writings had a profound impact on Chinese society, inspiring future generations of writers and intellectuals. His contributions to modern Chinese literature make him a significant and influential figure in the field.

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3. What was Huang Zomgxi's occupation as a writer?

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The correct answer is "He was a poet." This means that Huang Zomgxi's occupation as a writer was specifically in the field of poetry.

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4. When was writer Han Dong born?

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5. How old is writer Mo Yuan in 2019?

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Based on the information given, we can deduce that the writer Mo Yuan's age is being asked in the year 2019. Among the given options, the only age that matches this is 64 years old.

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6. When did Chinese author Huang Zongxi die?

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Huang Zongxi, a Chinese author, died in 1105 AD.

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7. What's writer's Mo Yan's real name?

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The correct answer is Guan Moye. This is Mo Yan's real name.

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8. What's one of author's guan Moye's most notable work?

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Red Sorghum is one of author Guan Moye's most notable works. This novel, set during the Second Sino-Japanese War, tells the story of a young woman's experiences in a rural village. The book explores themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience, and it gained international acclaim for its vivid storytelling and portrayal of Chinese history and culture. It was also adapted into a critically acclaimed film by director Zhang Yimou, further cementing its significance in Chinese literature.

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9. Who is Chinese writer Wang Anyi's father?

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Ru Zhi Juan is the father of Chinese writer Wang Anyi.

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10. Since when has writer Wang Anyi been Vice-chair of China's writer's Association?

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Wang Anyi has been Vice-chair of China's writer's Association since 2006.

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What types of books does Han Dong write?
Why is Lu Xun so important to Chinese Literature?
What was Huang Zomgxi's occupation as a writer?
When was writer Han Dong born?
How old is writer Mo Yuan in 2019?
When did Chinese author Huang Zongxi die?
What's writer's Mo Yan's real name?
What's one of author's guan Moye's most notable work?
Who is Chinese writer Wang Anyi's father?
Since when has writer Wang Anyi been Vice-chair of China's...
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