Famous People - JK ROWLING

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    What is a "pen name"?

    • The name of the pen.
    • The name of the book.
    • The name of the movie.
    • The name the writer uses.
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What teenager doesn't know about Harry Potter? Most of you have read at least one of the books or have seen one of the movies. I'm sure you also know the name of the author: JK Rowling.
Listen to the podcast from Sean Banville's FamousPeopleLessons. Com about JK Rowling, then answer the questions from the quiz

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  • 2. 

    "Her rags-to-riches story is a fantasy in itself." What does the expression "rags-to-riches" mean?

    • She likes to wear rags for clothes.

    • She was once poor then became rich.

    • She uses rags to clean the house.

    • She is poor but her parents are rich.

    Correct Answer
    A. She was once poor then became rich.
    Explanation
    The expression "rags-to-riches" is used to describe a person's journey from extreme poverty to great wealth or success. In this context, it means that the person in question was once poor but later achieved financial prosperity or a higher social status.

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  • 3. 

    Why did JK Rowling say she would continue writing books for children?

    • Because she likes it.

    • Because she can make a lot of money.

    • Because she hated teaching English.

    • Because doesn't know what else to do.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because she likes it.
    Explanation
    JK Rowling said she would continue writing books for children because she likes it. This implies that she has a genuine passion for writing children's books and enjoys the process of creating stories for young readers. It suggests that her motivation to continue writing is driven by her personal enjoyment and fulfillment rather than external factors such as financial gain or a lack of alternative career options.

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  • 4. 

    Where was she when she first had the idea for the Harry Potter story?

    • In the shower

    • Shopping

    • On a train

    • At the library

    Correct Answer
    A. On a train
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "on a train." This suggests that the person had the idea for the Harry Potter story while traveling on a train. The train ride possibly provided a moment of inspiration or a conducive environment for the idea to come to mind. It is not clear where exactly the train was headed or any other specific details, but the train journey played a significant role in sparking the idea for the Harry Potter story.

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  • 5. 

    Before JK Rowling started writing books, what job did she have?

    • English teacher

    • Waitress

    • Newspaper writer

    • Taxi driver

    Correct Answer
    A. English teacher
    Explanation
    Before JK Rowling started writing books, she worked as an English teacher. This job likely provided her with valuable experience in language and storytelling, which she later utilized in her successful Harry Potter series. Teaching English also allowed her to further develop her own writing skills and gain insight into the minds of young readers. Overall, her experience as an English teacher likely played a significant role in shaping her career as a renowned author.

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  • 6. 

    What is JK Rowling's first name?

    • Jay

    • Joanne

    • Jennifer

    • Joyce

    Correct Answer
    A. Joanne
    Explanation
    Joanne is JK Rowling's first name. This can be inferred from the question itself, which asks for her first name. JK Rowling is a well-known author, and her full name is Joanne Rowling. Therefore, the correct answer is Joanne.

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  • 7. 

    "She was on government handouts while writing her first novel."This means:

    • The government gave her paper to write with.

    • The government wanted to shake her hand.

    • She had to hold her hands out when she went to the government.

    • The government was giving her some money to help pay bills.

    Correct Answer
    A. The government was giving her some money to help pay bills.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the government was giving her some money to help pay bills. This can be inferred from the phrase "government handouts," which typically refers to financial assistance provided by the government to individuals in need. This suggests that she was receiving financial support from the government while she was writing her first novel.

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    What is JK Rowling's middle name?

    • Kristy

    • Kirsten

    • Kelly

    • She doesn't have one.

    Correct Answer
    A. She doesn't have one.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "She doesn't have one." This means that JK Rowling does not have a middle name.

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