How Well Do You Know Joseph Conrad?
Joseph Conrad was born 3 December 1857 and died 3 August 1924. He was a Polish-British writer referred as one of the greatest novelists to ever write in the English language. Conrad wrote majorly about his experiences at the sea. How well do you know Joseph Conrad? Take the quiz to find out.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Joseph Conrad was born in ....
- A.
1857
- B.
1818
- C.
1780
- D.
2018
Correct Answer
A. 1857Explanation
Joseph Conrad was born in 1857. This is the correct answer because it is the only option that falls within a reasonable time frame for Conrad's birth. The other options, 1818, 1780, and 2018, are either too early or too late for Conrad's birth.Rate this question:
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- 2.
He died in the year ....
- A.
1924
- B.
2000
- C.
1900
- D.
1990
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A. 1924 -
- 3.
Conrad announced his intention to become a sailor at what age?
- A.
11
- B.
12
- C.
13
- D.
14
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C. 13Explanation
Conrad announced his intention to become a sailor at the age of 13.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Conrad has the knowledge of the following languages except ....
- A.
Greek
- B.
Latin
- C.
German
- D.
Chinese
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D. ChineseExplanation
Conrad has knowledge of Greek, Latin, German languages, but not Chinese.Rate this question:
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- 5.
On 2 July .... he applied for British nationality.
- A.
1886
- B.
1889
- C.
1818
- D.
2003
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A. 1886Explanation
The correct answer is 1886. This suggests that on 2 July 1886, the person mentioned in the question applied for British nationality.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What year did Conrad left Poland to start a merchant-marine career?
- A.
1886
- B.
1987
- C.
1874
- D.
1888
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C. 1874Explanation
Conrad left Poland in 1874 to begin his career in the merchant-marine.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Conrad reluctantly gave up the sea at the age of ....
- A.
50
- B.
36
- C.
40
- D.
22
Correct Answer
B. 36Explanation
Conrad reluctantly gave up the sea at the age of 36. This suggests that Conrad had been working at sea for a significant amount of time before deciding to quit. The word "reluctantly" implies that he had some attachment or passion for the sea, but for some reason, he had to give it up at the age of 36. The other options (50, 40, and 22) do not align with this explanation and are therefore incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 8.
His first novel, Almayer's Folly, set on the east coast of Borneo, was published in ....
- A.
1999
- B.
1765
- C.
1889
- D.
1895
Correct Answer
D. 1895Explanation
The correct answer is 1895 because it states that his first novel, Almayer's Folly, was published in that year.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In March .... Conrad married an Englishwoman, Jessie George
- A.
1896
- B.
1888
- C.
1885
- D.
1890
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A. 1896Explanation
In March 1896, Conrad married an Englishwoman, Jessie George.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Joseph Conrad wrote and published how many novels in his lifetime?
- A.
19
- B.
40
- C.
20
- D.
10
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A. 19Explanation
Joseph Conrad wrote and published 19 novels in his lifetime. This indicates that he was a prolific writer who produced a significant body of work. Conrad is known for his exploration of themes such as colonialism, morality, and the human psyche in his novels. His most famous works include "Heart of Darkness," "Lord Jim," and "Nostromo." Conrad's novels are celebrated for their complex narratives and psychological depth, making him one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.Rate this question:
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