World Classics — Set 1
Books & Authors · विश्व क्लासिक · Questions 1–10 of 60
Who is the author of the ancient Greek epic poems 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'?
Correct Answer: A. Homer
Homer is traditionally regarded as the greatest of ancient Greek epic poets. His works laid the foundation for Western literature and focused on the Trojan War and Odysseus's journey. These epics were originally part of an oral tradition before being written down.
Which novel, written by Miguel de Cervantes, is often cited as the first modern novel?
Correct Answer: A. Don Quixote
Don Quixote follows the adventures of a noble who loses his sanity and decides to become a knight-errant. It is a masterpiece of Spanish literature that parodies traditional chivalric romances. The book significantly influenced the development of the literary genre of the novel.
The tragedy 'Hamlet' was written by which world-famous playwright?
Correct Answer: C. William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare wrote Hamlet, which is widely considered one of the most powerful and influential tragedies in English literature. The play explores themes of revenge, betrayal, and moral corruption in the Kingdom of Denmark. It contains the iconic soliloquy starting with 'To be, or not to be'.
Who authored the classic 19th-century novel 'Pride and Prejudice'?
Correct Answer: D. Jane Austen
Jane Austen wrote this novel to critique the British gentry and the social standing of women in the early 19th century. The story focuses on the emotional development of the protagonist Elizabeth Bennet. It remains one of the most popular and adapted books in the English language.
Which Russian author wrote the philosophical and psychological masterpiece 'Crime and Punishment'?
Correct Answer: A. Fyodor Dostoevsky
Fyodor Dostoevsky explores the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov in this novel. It is a deep psychological study of a man who attempts to justify a crime through a theory of superiority. The work is a central pillar of Russian and world literature.
The epic poem 'The Divine Comedy', which details a journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise, was written by?
Correct Answer: C. Dante Alighieri
Dante Alighieri wrote this epic in the early 14th century, helping to establish the Tuscan dialect as the standardized Italian language. The work is a profound imaginative vision of the afterlife and medieval Christian theology. It is considered the pre-eminent work of Italian literature.
Who wrote the classic novel 'War and Peace', which chronicles the French invasion of Russia?
Correct Answer: D. Leo Tolstoy
Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' is famous for its vast scope and detailed depiction of the Napoleonic era. The novel interweaves the lives of five aristocratic families with historical military events. It is frequently cited as one of the greatest novels ever written.
The allegorical novel 'Animal Farm' was written by which author?
Correct Answer: A. George Orwell
George Orwell wrote this satirical novella to reflect events leading up to the Russian Revolution and the Stalinist era. It uses a farm setting where animals revolt against their human owner to achieve equality. Orwell is also famous for his dystopian masterpiece '1984'.
Who is the author of 'Les Misérables', a novel focusing on social injustice in 19th-century France?
Correct Answer: C. Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo spent nearly twenty years writing this epic novel about Jean Valjean and his quest for redemption. It examines the nature of law, grace, and the politics of revolutionary France. The book has been adapted into numerous stage plays, films, and musicals.
Which ancient Chinese philosopher is traditionally credited with writing the 'Tao Te Ching'?
Correct Answer: D. Laozi
Laozi is the legendary figure associated with the founding of Taoism and its primary text. The book emphasizes living in harmony with the 'Tao' or the fundamental path of the universe. It has had a deep influence on Chinese culture and global spirituality.