The Stranger Novel Quiz! Trivia

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1. What is the name of the title character of the book?

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The correct answer is Meursault because the question is asking for the name of the title character of the book. The other options, Raymond Sintès and Marie Cardona, are not the title characters. Therefore, the correct answer is Meursault.

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The Stranger Novel Quiz! Trivia - Quiz

The Stranger is a novel written in 1942 by French author, Albert Camus. In the book, the main character Meursault is a stranger to himself and his life. Meursault is a person who is apathetic, emotionally, and physically detached from the world. He only seems to be interested in himself,... see morebut at the same time, he does not look to worry about what happens to him. Take this quiz and see how much you know about The Stranger. see less

2. What is the name of the author of the novel?

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Albert Camus is the correct answer because he is a well-known author and philosopher who wrote several novels, including "The Stranger" and "The Plague." He was a prominent figure in existentialism and his works often explore themes of absurdity and the human condition.

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3. In what language was it first written in?

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The correct answer is French because historically, French was widely used as the language of diplomacy and international relations. Additionally, French was the language of the French court, which held significant influence and power during the time when this question refers to. Therefore, it is likely that the document or text being referred to was initially written in French.

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4. What is the name of the man who walks his dog around?

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Salamano is the correct answer because he is the man who walks his dog around. The other options, Masson and Marie, are not mentioned in the question and therefore are not relevant. "None of the above" is also not applicable as Salamano is specifically mentioned as the man who walks his dog.

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5. Who was the owner of the beach house Marie do visit?

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Marie visited Masson's beach house.

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6. What is the name of the neighbor  of  Meursault  who came to defend him in court?

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Raymond Sintès is the correct answer because he is the neighbor of Meursault who came to defend him in court. In the novel "The Stranger" by Albert Camus, Raymond is a close friend of Meursault and plays a significant role in the story. He helps Meursault during his trial by testifying in his favor and providing evidence to support his case. Therefore, Raymond Sintès is the neighbor who came to defend Meursault in court.

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7. When was the book first published?

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The book was first published in 1942.

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8. In Albert Camus' novel The Stranger, what is the primary philosophical theme that Meursault embodies through his actions and beliefs?

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Meursault, the protagonist of The Stranger, embodies the philosophy of absurdism, which suggests that life is inherently meaningless, and any search for order or meaning is futile. Camus explores how Meursault's detachment from societal norms and his lack of emotion toward events like his mother's death and his own trial reflect the absurdity of life. His refusal to lie or conform underscores the theme that humans must confront life's absurd nature without false hope or illusions.

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9. When was the English version of the book published?

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The English version of the book was published in 1946.

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10. How many pages does the book have?

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The correct answer is 159. This suggests that the book has a total of 159 pages.

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What is the name of the title character of the book?
What is the name of the author of the novel?
In what language was it first written in?
What is the name of the man who walks his dog around?
Who was the owner of the beach house Marie do visit?
What is the name of the neighbor  of  Meursault  who...
When was the book first published?
In Albert Camus' novel The Stranger, what is the primary...
When was the English version of the book published?
How many pages does the book have?
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