The Battle Of The Books Quizzes & Trivia

The Battle of the Books is a satire that was written in 1704 by a man named Jonathan Swift. This is a piece which depicts a literal battle that takes place between the books inside of the King’s Library, which at the time was placed in St. James’s Place. The books struggle for supremacy based on the ideas inside of them and the authors.

This satire was actually written with incredible detail in reference to the authors of the books jousting their critics. The battle does not just take place between modern authors and classical ones, but between authors and their critics. See just how well you can do against the competition by trying your luck at one of our multiple quizzes!

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Battle Of The Books Practice Quiz

This book by Jonathan swift was written at a time when there was a clash between modern learning and ancient learning. Let us do the same as we try and cover the 7 books have been covered from 2011 to 2012. Do you believe you...

Questions: 39 | Attempts: 149 | Last updated: Apr 5, 2019

Sample Question
In what book does a character have a burning desire to be a friend?

Time for Andrew

Ghost of Fossil Glen

Tale of Despereaux

Swindle

Bud, Not Buddy

11 Birthdays

Battle Of The Books Practice Questions Quiz

This quiz is designed to assist 4th graders with practicing for the Battle of the Books.

Questions: 20 | Attempts: 349 | Last updated: Dec 26, 2012

Sample Question
Name the title: Art Teacher's scarf had an egg stain on it that looked exactly like a pelican.

Stumptown Kid

Clementine

The Penderwicks

The Thing About Georgie

Freckle Juice - Battle Of The Books

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 575 | Last updated: Jan 17, 2017

Sample Question
What are 2 of the ingredients of the secret recipe?

Gum and spinich

Salt and lemon

Onion and licorice

Jalapeños and Cheetos

Cookies and tomatoes

2012 - 2013 Battle Of The Books Try-out Quiz

This quiz is for Battle of the Books try-outs for 2012-2013.

Questions: 7 | Attempts: 81 | Last updated: Sep 18, 2018

Sample Question
From which book is the quote, "I can't really tell what the words are. It's more like I just know what all the squeaking means."?

"Hamster Magic"

"Clever Jack Takes the Cake"

"The Cheshire Cheese Cat"

"Like Pickle Juice on a Cookie"

Battle Of The Books - Grades 4 & 5

Battle of the Books - 2010/2011

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 44 | Last updated: Apr 5, 2019

Sample Question
The author of Double Fudge

Peter H. Reynolds

Judy Blume

Jane Conly

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