Authors: Robert Louis Stevenson, George Orwell, Arthur Miller, and Ray Bradbury Flashcards
When and where was Robert Louis Stevenson born? Describe the family into which he was born.
He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland in November 13, 1850. His fathers side of the family was in the business of lighthouse making. His family was said to be in the middle class
What inspired Stevenson to write the book Jekyll and Hyde?
A nightmare
List Stevenson’s most famous works
Treasure island, Kidnapped, and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
When and where was George Orwell born? Describe the family into which he was born.
He was born in Motihal, India on June 25, 1903. His family was part of the lower-upper-middle class
What inspired Orwell to write Animal Farm
He saw a kid whipping a horse
Describe Orwell’s education
He attended a private school
List Orwell’s most famous works
Animal farm and The 1984
When and where was Arthur Miller born? Describe the family into which he was born.
He was born in New York City, New York on October 17, 1915. He was born into the middle class to a Jewish family
Explain what inspired Miller to write The Crucible
The McCarthy hearings and the Salem Witch Trials
What was Miller’s great strength in his writing? What was he known for?
He made people empathize with the chapters in his novels
List Miller’s most famous works
The Crucible and The Death of a Salesman
