Famous Characters — Set 3
Books & Authors · प्रसिद्ध पात्र · Questions 21–30 of 50
Who is the author of 'The Little Prince', featuring the titular character from Asteroid B-612?
Correct Answer: C. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry was a French aviator and writer who published this philosophical fable in 1943. The story discusses themes of loneliness, friendship, and the meaning of life. It is one of the most translated and best-selling books in the world.
The character 'Frodo Baggins', who undertakes the quest to destroy the One Ring, was created by?
Correct Answer: D. J.R.R. Tolkien
Frodo Baggins is a Hobbit who becomes the Ring-bearer in the high-fantasy epic 'The Lord of the Rings'. Tolkien spent decades developing the world of Middle-earth, complete with its own languages and histories. The work has profoundly influenced the modern fantasy genre.
In Bram Stoker's novel, which character is an ancient vampire who moves from Transylvania to England?
Correct Answer: A. Count Dracula
Count Dracula is the primary antagonist of the 1897 Gothic horror novel. He is depicted as a sophisticated nobleman with supernatural powers and a thirst for blood. Stoker based parts of his character on various folklore traditions and historical figures.
Which character, created by Louisa May Alcott, is an aspiring writer and the second oldest of the March sisters?
Correct Answer: C. Jo March
Jo March is the protagonist of 'Little Women', known for her strong will, independence, and passion for literature. The character is largely semi-autobiographical, reflecting Alcott's own life experiences. The novel is a classic exploration of sisterhood and the transition from childhood to adulthood.
Who is the author of 'Gulliver's Travels', which features the character Lemuel Gulliver?
Correct Answer: D. Jonathan Swift
Jonathan Swift wrote this satirical novel in 1726 to mock human nature and the political systems of his time. Gulliver travels to strange lands like Lilliput, where the people are six inches tall, and Brobdingnag, where they are giants. It is a masterpiece of both travel literature and biting social satire.
Which classic character is the 'Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up', living in Neverland?
Correct Answer: C. Peter Pan
Peter Pan was created by Scottish novelist and playwright J.M. Barrie. He spends his never-ending childhood leading the Lost Boys and battling the pirate Captain Hook. The character symbolizes the innocence of childhood and the desire to escape adult responsibilities.
In the 'Mahabharata', which character is a skilled archer and a central hero among the Pandavas?
Correct Answer: D. Arjuna
Arjuna is the third Pandava brother and the recipient of the divine discourse, the Bhagavad Gita, from Lord Krishna. He is celebrated for his unparalleled skill with the bow, Gandiva. His character represents the struggle between personal emotion and moral duty.
The tragic character 'Jay Gatsby', known for his mysterious wealth and love for Daisy, was created by?
Correct Answer: C. F. Scott Fitzgerald
Jay Gatsby is the protagonist of 'The Great Gatsby', a novel that critiques the American Dream during the Roaring Twenties. He creates an elaborate persona to win back his lost love, only for it to lead to tragedy. Fitzgerald is considered one of the leading authors of the 'Lost Generation'.
Which character, created by Herman Melville, is the obsessed captain of the whaling ship 'Pequod'?
Correct Answer: D. Captain Ahab
Captain Ahab is on a relentless quest to kill the great white whale, Moby Dick, which bit off his leg. The novel is a complex exploration of obsession, fate, and the struggle between man and nature. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest American novels.
The character 'Scrooge', known for his miserly ways and eventual redemption, appears in which book?
Correct Answer: C. A Christmas Carol
Ebenezer Scrooge is transformed after being visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The novella by Charles Dickens emphasizes the importance of charity and kindness. The name 'Scrooge' has since become a common term for a stingy person.