How Good Are You At Guessing The Poets From Their Words?

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    "A poet can survive everything but a misprint."

    • Oscar Wilde
    • Robert Frost
    • Edgar Poe
    • William Shakespeare
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Anyone who creates a form of poetry is regarded as a poet. A poet may either perform their art to a general audience or may express themselves in writing. We have seen numerous poets who made their mark, and we will be testing your knowledge as regards to that in this short quiz.

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  • 2. 
    "Prose is architecture, not interior decoration." - ProProfs

    "Prose is architecture, not interior decoration."

    • Ernest Hemingway

    • Andre Gide

    • Oscar Wilde

    • Robert Frost

    Correct Answer
    A. Ernest Hemingway
    Explanation
    Ernest Hemingway is the correct answer because he is the author who made the statement "Prose is architecture, not interior decoration." This quote reflects Hemingway's belief that writing should be focused on structure and form rather than ornamental details. Hemingway's own writing style is known for its simplicity and directness, which aligns with his architectural analogy.

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  • 3. 
    "What's in a name? That which we call a rose / By any other name would smell as sweet." - ProProfs

    "What's in a name? That which we call a rose / By any other name would smell as sweet."

    • Oscar Wilde

    • William Shakespeare

    • Ernest Hemingway

    • Robert Frost

    Correct Answer
    A. William Shakespeare
    Explanation
    The given quote is a famous line from William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet. It suggests that the name of something does not affect its true nature or essence. The reference to Shakespeare in the answer indicates that he is the author of this quote.

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  • 4. 
    "There's neither honesty, manhood, nor good fellowship in thee." - ProProfs

    "There's neither honesty, manhood, nor good fellowship in thee."

    • William Shakespeare

    • Oscar Wilde

    • Robert Frost

    • Ernest Hemingway

    Correct Answer
    A. William Shakespeare
    Explanation
    The quote "There's neither honesty, manhood, nor good fellowship in thee" is attributed to William Shakespeare. This quote reflects Shakespeare's ability to capture the complexity of human nature and the flaws within individuals. It showcases his mastery of language and his talent for creating memorable and impactful lines. Shakespeare's works are known for their exploration of human emotions, relationships, and moral dilemmas, making him a fitting author for this quote.

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  • 5. 
    "'Therefore’ is a word the poet must not know." - ProProfs

    "'Therefore’ is a word the poet must not know."

    • Oscar Wilde

    • Andre Gide

    • Robert Frost

    • William Shakespeare

    Correct Answer
    A. Andre Gide
    Explanation
    The quote, "'Therefore' is a word the poet must not know," suggests that poets should not rely on logical reasoning or cause-and-effect relationships in their work. This idea aligns with Andre Gide's views on poetry, as he believed in the importance of intuition and spontaneity in artistic expression. Oscar Wilde, Robert Frost, and William Shakespeare may have had their own perspectives on poetry, but there is no evidence to support that they specifically held the belief expressed in the quote.

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  • 6. 
    "Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words." - ProProfs

    "Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words."

    • William Shakespeare

    • Robert Frost

    • Albert Einstein

    • Edgar Poe

    Correct Answer
    A. Robert Frost
    Explanation
    The quote "Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words" is attributed to Robert Frost. This quote suggests that poetry is the result of emotions being expressed through thoughts and then finding the right words to convey them. Robert Frost was a renowned American poet known for his ability to capture the essence of human emotions and nature in his works, making him a fitting attribution for this quote.

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  • 7. 
    "Love is the poetry of the senses." - ProProfs

    "Love is the poetry of the senses."

    • Honore de Balzac

    • Edgar Poe

    • William Shakespeare

    • Robert Frost

    Correct Answer
    A. Honore de Balzac
    Explanation
    The quote "Love is the poetry of the senses" is attributed to Honore de Balzac. This means that Balzac is the one who said or wrote this statement.

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  • 8. 
    "A poet can survive everything but a misprint." - ProProfs

    "A poet can survive everything but a misprint."

    • The Children of Poets

    • Opus Posthumous

    • One Man's Meat

    • The Journals

    Correct Answer
    A. The Children of Poets
    Explanation
    The given quote, "A poet can survive everything but a misprint," suggests that poets are resilient and can withstand anything except for a mistake in their work. This idea is likely to be explored in a book titled "The Children of Poets," as it implies a focus on the challenges and struggles faced by the offspring of poets. The other book options do not directly relate to the theme of resilience in the face of a misprint.

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  • 9. 
    "But war's a game which, were their subjects wise, kings would not play at." - ProProfs

    "But war's a game which, were their subjects wise, kings would not play at."

    • George Crabbe

    • William Cowper

    • William Wordsworth

    • John Newton

    Correct Answer
    A. William Cowper
    Explanation
    The quote suggests that war is a destructive and futile activity that should be avoided. It implies that if kings were wise, they would not engage in war. William Cowper, a poet known for his anti-war sentiments, is most likely the author of this quote.

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  • 10. 
    "Fiction is about stuff that’s screwed up." - ProProfs

    "Fiction is about stuff that’s screwed up."

    • Jane Yolen

    • Pat Murphy

    • Elizabeth Bear

    • Nancy Kress

    Correct Answer
    A. Nancy Kress
    Explanation
    Nancy Kress is the correct answer because she is known for her science fiction and speculative fiction works that often explore complex and "screwed up" themes and concepts. Her stories often delve into the darker aspects of humanity and society, presenting thought-provoking and challenging narratives. The quote provided aligns with Kress's writing style and subject matter, making her the most suitable choice among the given authors.

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