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    Daniel defoe1.What year was daniel born?

    • 1660
    • 1703
    • 1530
    • 1661
    • 1560
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Explore the life and works of Daniel Defoe through this engaging quiz. Assess your knowledge on his birth year, major works like Robinson Crusoe, personal life details, and his literary contributions. Perfect for learners interested in early English literature and historical figures.

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  • 2. 

    5. He had seventeen thousand pounds in ?

    • Debt

    • Storys

    • Poems

    • Wigs

    Correct Answer
    A. Debt
    Explanation
    The given correct answer for this question is "debt". This suggests that the person mentioned in the question owed seventeen thousand pounds to someone or some entity. Debt refers to the amount of money that is owed by an individual or organization to another party. It is a liability that needs to be repaid.

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    2. daniel defoe was known for being a ?

    • English novelist

    • Pamphleteer

    • Journalist

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Daniel Defoe was known for being an English novelist, pamphleteer, and journalist. As an English novelist, he is best known for his famous work "Robinson Crusoe." He also wrote numerous pamphlets on various social and political issues of his time, making him a prominent pamphleteer. Additionally, Defoe worked as a journalist and contributed to several newspapers and magazines, covering a wide range of topics. Therefore, the correct answer is "all of the above" as Defoe excelled in all three roles, leaving a lasting impact on English literature and journalism.

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    6. what was the name daniel defoe's wife?

    • Mary Tuffley

    • Jane smith

    • Lace smarr

    • Alice foe

    Correct Answer
    A. Mary Tuffley
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Mary Tuffley. This is because Daniel Defoe, the English writer and journalist, was indeed married to a woman named Mary Tuffley.

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  • 5. 

    What cause daniel defoe to go bankrupt?

    • Losses from underwriting marine insurance

    • Gambling

    • Drugs

    • Loss it all in a fire

    Correct Answer
    A. Losses from underwriting marine insurance
    Explanation
    Daniel Defoe went bankrupt due to losses from underwriting marine insurance. This means that he faced financial difficulties and was unable to recover the money he had invested in insuring ships and their cargo. This could have been a result of ships sinking or being damaged at sea, leading to substantial financial losses for Defoe.

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    4.How many prose did he produced in his lifetime?

    • 2000

    • 75

    • 150

    • 200

    Correct Answer
    A. 200
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 200. This suggests that the person being referred to in the question produced a total of 200 prose pieces during their lifetime.

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  • 7. 

    3. was the author of what story

    Correct Answer
    robin crusoe
    Explanation
    The question is asking about the author of the story "Robinson Crusoe." The correct answer is "Robinson Crusoe" itself. However, it is important to note that "Robinson Crusoe" is actually the title of the story, not the name of the author. The author of "Robinson Crusoe" is Daniel Defoe.

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    He was famous for pamphlet call the _________________________

    Correct Answer
    The Shortest Way with the Dissenters
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Shortest Way with the Dissenters". The phrase "He was famous for pamphlet call the" suggests that the person being referred to gained fame for a specific pamphlet. The missing phrase "The Shortest Way with the Dissenters" completes the sentence and indicates that the person gained fame for a pamphlet with that title.

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  • 9. 

    Looking at how people live today, do you think daniel defoe live a good or bad life?

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