How Well Do You Know William Godwin?
He was a well-known and successful 18th Century English writer and philosopher. He was also a romantic man as well as an amazing father. He may have lost the love of his life once but his passion for writing never died. So, how much do you know about him? Take our quiz and find out.
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When was he born?
- A.
March 3, 1757
- B.
January 3, 1756
- C.
May 3, 1756
- D.
March 3, 1756
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D. March 3, 1756Explanation
The correct answer is March 3, 1756.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who was his daughter?
- A.
Elisabeth Shelley
- B.
Ann Stuart
- C.
Mary Shelley
- D.
Dorothy Shelley
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C. Mary ShelleyExplanation
Mary Shelley was the daughter referred to in the question. She was an English novelist and the author of the famous Gothic novel "Frankenstein." Mary Shelley was born as Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin and later married Percy Bysshe Shelley, a renowned poet. Her literary contributions and her role in shaping the science fiction genre make her a significant figure in English literature.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What's his first published work?
- A.
Life of Lord Chatham
- B.
Anarchism
- C.
Frankeinstein
- D.
Count Dracula
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A. Life of Lord ChathamExplanation
The correct answer is "Life of Lord Chatham." This suggests that the person's first published work is a book titled "Life of Lord Chatham."Rate this question:
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When did he publish his first work?
- A.
In 1783
- B.
In 1780
- C.
In 1790
- D.
In 1793
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A. In 1783Explanation
The correct answer is "In 1783." This means that he published his first work in the year 1783.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In what year did he publish sketches of history?
- A.
1780
- B.
1784
- C.
1785
- D.
1787
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B. 1784Explanation
In 1784, he published sketches of history.Rate this question:
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Where did he meet his wife Mary Wollstonecraft?
- A.
At a park
- B.
In Ireland
- C.
At the home of their mutual publisher
- D.
In new York
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C. At the home of their mutual publisherExplanation
The correct answer is "At the home of their mutual publisher." This suggests that the person met his wife, Mary Wollstonecraft, at the home of a publisher that they both shared. This implies that they may have been involved in the same literary or publishing circles, and their relationship blossomed from there.Rate this question:
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Who was his second wife?
- A.
Jane Clairmont
- B.
Mary Clairmont
- C.
Mary Jane Clairmont
- D.
Mary Jane Howard
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C. Mary Jane ClairmontExplanation
The correct answer is Mary Jane Clairmont. This can be inferred from the question which asks about "his" second wife. Since the gender of "his" is not specified, we can assume it refers to a male. Among the options given, Mary Jane Clairmont is the only one that includes both the names Mary and Jane, making it the most likely choice for his second wife.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which famous book did Mary Goodwin write?
- A.
The wolf of London
- B.
Nosferatu
- C.
Dracula
- D.
Frankenstein
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D. FrankensteinExplanation
Mary Goodwin is actually the author Mary Shelley, who wrote the famous book "Frankenstein." The other options listed are all famous works of literature, but they were not written by Mary Goodwin.Rate this question:
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What was Mary Goodwin's Penname?
- A.
Betty Boo
- B.
Mary Shelley
- C.
Natasha Kinski
- D.
Layla Hadid
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B. Mary ShelleyExplanation
Mary Shelley was the penname of Mary Goodwin. Mary Shelley was an English writer who is best known for her novel "Frankenstein." She used the penname to distinguish her works from those of her husband, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and to establish her own identity as a writer. Mary Shelley's real name was Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin, but she adopted the penname to gain recognition and credibility in the literary world.Rate this question:
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What's the other name for the book Frankenstein?
- A.
Doctor Who
- B.
Promotheus
- C.
Doctor Frankenstein
- D.
The Modern Prometheus
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D. The Modern PrometheusExplanation
The correct answer is "The Modern Prometheus." This is because the book Frankenstein is often subtitled as "The Modern Prometheus" due to its themes of creation and the consequences of playing god. The reference to Prometheus, a figure in Greek mythology who stole fire from the gods and suffered severe consequences, is fitting as it parallels the actions and consequences of Victor Frankenstein in the novel.Rate this question:
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