Can You Identify The Famous Classic Literature Authors?

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This is quiz has been created for literature lovers, who love to read classic literature which includes, drama, play, novel or short story. The questions are based on all book titles and you have to answer the author's names. Read the questions carefully and answer. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Who wrote Fahrenheit 451?

    • A.

      Ray Charles

    • B.

      Ray Winstone

    • C.

      Ray Bradbury

    • D.

      Raymond James

    Correct Answer
    C. Ray Bradbury
    Explanation
    Ray Bradbury is the correct answer because he is the author of the novel Fahrenheit 451. The book, published in 1953, is a dystopian science fiction that depicts a future society where books are banned and burned. Bradbury's work is known for its social commentary and exploration of themes such as censorship, technology, and the power of knowledge.

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  • 2. 

    Who wrote Cat’s Cradle?

    • A.

      Kurt Weill

    • B.

      Tony Curtis

    • C.

      Curtis Mayfield

    • D.

      Kurt Vonnegut

    Correct Answer
    D. Kurt Vonnegut
    Explanation
    Kurt Vonnegut wrote Cat's Cradle.

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  • 3. 

    Who is the author of this work? The Great Gatsby

    • A.

      Ernest Hemingway

    • B.

      F. Scott Fitzgerald

    • C.

      Charles Dickens

    • D.

      J.D.Salinger

    Correct Answer
    B. F. Scott Fitzgerald
    Explanation
    F. Scott Fitzgerald is the correct answer because he is the author of the novel "The Great Gatsby." The book was published in 1925 and is considered one of Fitzgerald's most famous works. It tells the story of Jay Gatsby, a wealthy man living in Long Island during the 1920s, and explores themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream. Fitzgerald's writing style and portrayal of the Jazz Age have made "The Great Gatsby" a classic in American literature.

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  • 4. 

    Who is the author of this work? Around The World In Eighty Days

    • A.

      Jonathan Swift

    • B.

      Graham Greene

    • C.

      Jules Verne

    • D.

      Herman Melville

    Correct Answer
    C. Jules Verne
    Explanation
    Jules Verne is the author of the work "Around The World In Eighty Days." This classic adventure novel follows the story of Phileas Fogg as he attempts to travel around the world in 80 days to win a wager. Verne's imaginative storytelling and detailed descriptions of various locations captivate readers, making this novel one of his most popular works.

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  • 5. 

    Who wrote The Shining?

    • A.

      Stephen King

    • B.

      Stephen Hawking

    • C.

      Stephen Crane

    • D.

      Stephen Foster

    Correct Answer
    A. Stephen King
    Explanation
    Stephen King wrote The Shining. The Shining is a horror novel published in 1977, written by the American author Stephen King. The book tells the story of a family who becomes the caretakers of the Overlook Hotel during the winter season. The novel has become one of King's most popular and iconic works, and it has been adapted into a successful film directed by Stanley Kubrick in 1980. Stephen Hawking, Stephen Crane, and Stephen Foster are not associated with writing The Shining.

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  • 6. 

    Who wrote Walden?

    • A.

      Ralph Waldo Emerson

    • B.

      Gail Walden

    • C.

      Henry David Thoreau

    • D.

      William Makepeace Thackeray

    Correct Answer
    C. Henry David Thoreau
    Explanation
    Henry David Thoreau wrote "Walden." This book is a reflection on his experience living in solitude in a cabin near Walden Pond in Massachusetts. Thoreau explores themes of self-reliance, simplicity, and the importance of nature in this transcendentalist work. Through his observations and contemplations, Thoreau encourages readers to question societal norms and find their own path to fulfillment and truth.

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  • 7. 

    Who is the author of this work? Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

    • A.

      Rudyard Kipling

    • B.

      Edith Wharton

    • C.

      J.K. Rowling

    • D.

      William Golding

    Correct Answer
    C. J.K. Rowling
    Explanation
    J.K. Rowling is the author of "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." This is a well-known fact as J.K. Rowling is the creator of the entire Harry Potter series, which includes "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" as the third book. Her name is synonymous with the Harry Potter franchise and she is widely recognized as the author of these popular books.

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  • 8. 

    Who wrote Life on the Mississippi?

    • A.

      Mark Twain

    • B.

      Nathaniel Hawthorne

    • C.

      Harriet Beecher Stowe

    • D.

      Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

    Correct Answer
    A. Mark Twain
    Explanation
    Mark Twain is the correct answer because he is well-known for his book "Life on the Mississippi." This memoir recounts Twain's experiences as a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River, providing vivid descriptions of the river and its culture during the mid-19th century. Twain's humorous and insightful writing style, combined with his personal anecdotes, make this book a classic in American literature.

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  • 9. 

    Who is the author of this work? War And Peace

    • A.

      Vladimir Nabokov

    • B.

      Aleksandr I. Solzhenitsyn

    • C.

      Boris Pasternak

    • D.

      Leo Tolstoy

    Correct Answer
    D. Leo Tolstoy
    Explanation
    Leo Tolstoy is the author of the work "War and Peace". This novel, published in 1869, is considered one of Tolstoy's greatest literary achievements. It is a historical novel that explores themes of war, love, and society in Russia during the Napoleonic era. Tolstoy's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to portray complex characters and their inner struggles have made "War and Peace" a timeless masterpiece of Russian literature.

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  • 10. 

    Who is the author of this work? A Christmas Carol

    • A.

      Charles Dickens

    • B.

      F. Scott Fitzgerald

    • C.

      Lewis Carroll

    • D.

      Henry Fielding

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles Dickens
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Charles Dickens. Charles Dickens is the author of the work "A Christmas Carol." He wrote this famous novella in 1843, which tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation after being visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve. Dickens is known for his vivid characters, social commentary, and his contribution to the genre of Victorian literature.

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