Do You Know E.E Cummings?
E. E Cummings was an American poet, painter, essayist, author, and playwright. Think you know more about him and his life event? Take Our Test.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What year was E.E Cummings Born?
- A.
1984
- B.
1894..
- C.
1856
- D.
1956
Correct Answer
A. 1984 -
- 2.
What was his father’s first name?
- A.
Edward
- B.
Edwin
- C.
Eric
- D.
Edmark
Correct Answer
A. EdwardExplanation
The correct answer is Edward. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the father's first name. Among the given options, Edward is the only one that fits the criteria of being a first name.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When was he arrested by the French army on suspicion of espionage activities?
- A.
1914
- B.
1915
- C.
1916
- D.
1917
Correct Answer
D. 1917Explanation
In 1917, he was arrested by the French army on suspicion of espionage activities.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When was he released from the captivity of the French army?
- A.
1914
- B.
1915
- C.
1916
- D.
1917
Correct Answer
D. 1917 -
- 5.
What book did he write based on his experience in prison?
- A.
Prison walls
- B.
Prison room
- C.
Enormous room
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Enormous roomExplanation
Based on the question, it is asking for the book that he wrote based on his experience in prison. Out of the given options, "Enormous room" seems to be the most fitting answer as it suggests a connection to prison through the word "room." The other options, "Prison walls" and "Prison room," are too specific and do not convey the idea of a book. "None of the above" is not a plausible answer as it does not provide any alternative option. Therefore, "Enormous room" is the most reasonable choice for the book he wrote based on his prison experience.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What year did he write this book?
- A.
1919
- B.
1920
- C.
1921
- D.
1922
Correct Answer
D. 1922Explanation
The correct answer is 1922 because it is the only option provided that matches the question asking for the year the book was written.Rate this question:
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- 7.
E.E Cummings was said to have written over 2900 poems
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
Inconclusive
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
E.E. Cummings is known for his extensive body of work, which includes poetry, essays, and plays. It is widely believed that he wrote over 2900 poems throughout his career. This information is supported by various sources and literary experts who have studied his works. Therefore, the statement "E.E. Cummings was said to have written over 2900 poems" is true.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of these was his Alma mater?
- A.
Concord University
- B.
Oxford University
- C.
Cambridge University
- D.
Harvard University
Correct Answer
D. Harvard UniversityExplanation
The correct answer is Harvard University. Alma mater refers to the university or college that a person attended. In this case, the person's alma mater is Harvard University.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Cummings's first marriage was to one of Cummings' friend’s wife from Harvard.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
Inconclusive
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that Cummings got married to one of his friend's wives from Harvard. This implies that Cummings was married to someone who was already married to one of his friends. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that Cummings's first marriage was indeed to one of his friend's wives from Harvard.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In what year did Cummings first get married?
- A.
1918
- B.
1919
- C.
1920
- D.
1021
Correct Answer
A. 1918Explanation
Cummings first got married in 1918.Rate this question:
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