Daniel Defoe
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Daniel defoe1.What year was daniel born?
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1660
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1703
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1530
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1661
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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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5. He had seventeen thousand pounds in ?
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Debt
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Storys
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Poems
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Wigs
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A. DebtExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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2. daniel defoe was known for being a ?
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English novelist
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Pamphleteer
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Journalist
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All of the above
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A. All of the aboveExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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6. what was the name daniel defoe's wife?
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Mary Tuffley
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Jane smith
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Lace smarr
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Alice foe
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A. Mary TuffleyExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What cause daniel defoe to go bankrupt?
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Losses from underwriting marine insurance
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Gambling
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Drugs
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Loss it all in a fire
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A. Losses from underwriting marine insuranceExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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4.How many prose did he produced in his lifetime?
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2000
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75
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150
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200
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A. 200Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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3. was the author of what story
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robin crusoeExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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He was famous for pamphlet call the _________________________
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The Shortest Way with the DissentersExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Looking at how people live today, do you think daniel defoe live a good or bad life?
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