How Familiar Are You With The Work Of The Fantastic J.K.Rowling?

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How Familiar Are You With The Work Of The Fantastic J.K.Rowling? - Quiz

Her books have made our childhood a lot better. Every divine memory about Harry Potter we owe to one spectacular author- Joanne Kathleen Rowling! If J. K. Rowling is your favorite author, then you must take this quiz and prove you know everything about her!

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1.

What's J.K. Rowling's other pen name?
- A.
  
  Rick Galbraith
- B.
  
  Richard Galbraith
- C.
  
  Robert Galbraith
- D.
  
  Rowley Galbraith
Correct Answer
C. Robert Galbraith

Explanation
J.K. Rowling's other pen name is Robert Galbraith.

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2.

When was her first Harry Potter book published?
- A.
  
  In 1997
- B.
  
  In 2000
- C.
  
  In 1999
- D.
  
  In 1995
Correct Answer
A. In 1997

Explanation
The correct answer is "In 1997." This is the year when her first Harry Potter book was published.

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3.

How many books for the adults has J.K. Rowling written?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
C. 4

Explanation
J.K. Rowling has written 4 books for adults.

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4.

Which one of these is not her book for the adult readers?
- A.
  
  The Casual Vacancy
- B.
  
  The Cuckoo's Calling
- C.
  
  The Silkworm
- D.
  
  The Career of J.K.Rowling
Correct Answer
D. The Career of J.K.Rowling

Explanation
The Career of J.K. Rowling is not her book for adult readers because it is not a fictional work like the other options. It is likely a biography or non-fiction book about J.K. Rowling's career as an author. The other options, The Casual Vacancy, The Cuckoo's Calling, and The Silkworm, are all novels written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, which are intended for adult readers.

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5.

What's the name of the coffee shop where J.K.Rowling used to write Harry Potter?
- A.
  
  The Lion House
- B.
  
  The Zebra House
- C.
  
  The Elephant House
- D.
  
  The Hyena House
Correct Answer
C. The Elephant House

Explanation
J.K. Rowling used to write Harry Potter at The Elephant House coffee shop.

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6.

What served as the inspiration for creating Dementors in Harry Potter book series?
- A.
  
  J.K. Rowling's divorce
- B.
  
  J.K. Rowling's depression
- C.
  
  J.K. Rowling's illness
- D.
  
  J.K. Rowling's lost of job
Correct Answer
B. J.K. Rowling's depression

Explanation
The correct answer is J.K. Rowling's depression. J.K. Rowling has openly spoken about her struggles with depression and how it influenced the creation of the Dementors. The Dementors in the Harry Potter series are dark creatures that feed on happiness and bring feelings of despair, which closely mirrors the experience of depression. Rowling has stated that she wanted to portray the debilitating effects of depression in a way that would be relatable to readers.

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7.

J.K.Rowling was a producer of one of these Harry Potter movies. Choose the right one!
- A.
  
  Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
- B.
  
  Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part 1
- C.
  
  Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
- D.
  
  Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Correct Answer
B. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part 1

Explanation
J.K. Rowling was a producer of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part 1.

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8.

Which one of these Harry Potter books was the fastest-selling one of all time?
- A.
  
  Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
- B.
  
  Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
- C.
  
  Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
- D.
  
  Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Correct Answer
D. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Explanation
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is the correct answer because it was the final book in the series and had a highly anticipated release. Fans were eager to find out the conclusion of the story, resulting in a high demand for the book. This led to it being the fastest-selling Harry Potter book of all time.

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9.

Why is King's Cross station special for J.K.Rowling?
- A.
  
  Her daughter took her first steps there
- B.
  
  She met her first husband there
- C.
  
  She used to spend a lot of time there waiting for a train
- D.
  
  Her parents met there
Correct Answer
D. Her parents met there

Explanation
King's Cross station is special for J.K. Rowling because her parents met there. This implies that the station holds sentimental value for her and may have played a significant role in the beginning of her family's story.

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10.

Which character from the HP series is based on J.K.Rowling?
- A.
  
  Molly Weasley
- B.
  
  Hermione Granger
- C.
  
  Bellatrix Lestrange
- D.
  
  Minerva Mcgonagal
Correct Answer
B. Hermione Granger

Explanation
Hermione Granger is the correct answer because J.K. Rowling has stated in interviews that she based the character of Hermione on herself when she was younger. Rowling has said that she sees a lot of herself in Hermione, including her bookishness and her desire to prove herself. Additionally, both Rowling and Hermione are known for their intelligence and strong-willed nature. Therefore, Hermione Granger is the character from the HP series that is based on J.K. Rowling.

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