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What is the definition of a novel?
A novel is a relatively long work of fiction that tells a story through a connected series of events.
True or False: The novel originated in the 18th century.
True
Fill in the blank: The first modern novel is often considered to be __________.
Don Quixote
Who is the author of ‘Robinson Crusoe’?
Daniel Defoe
What genre does ‘Pride and Prejudice’ belong to?
Romantic novel
Which period is known as the Golden Age of the English Novel?
The 18th and 19th centuries
Name one characteristic of the realist novel.
Focus on everyday life and ordinary characters.
True or False: The novel has no historical significance.
False
Who wrote ‘Moby-Dick’?
Herman Melville
What is a key theme often explored in Gothic novels?
The supernatural and psychological horror.
Fill in the blank: The __________ novel often addresses social issues and critiques society.
Social
Which novel is considered a classic of American literature?
‘The Great Gatsby’ by F. Scott Fitzgerald
What does the term ‘bildungsroman’ refer to?
A coming-of-age novel that focuses on the psychological and moral growth of the protagonist.
Who is known for the stream-of-consciousness narrative technique?
Virginia Woolf
True or False: The novel has evolved over time, adapting to different cultural and social contexts.
True
What is the significance of the epistolary novel?
It is told through letters or diary entries, providing multiple perspectives.
Name one major influence on the development of the novel.
The rise of the middle class.
What is a common feature of postmodern novels?
Self-referentiality and playfulness with narrative structure.
Who wrote ‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’?
Gabriel García Márquez
Fill in the blank: The __________ novel often includes elements of fantasy and imagination.
Magical realism
What is the role of the narrator in a novel?
To tell the story and provide insight into characters and events.
True or False: All novels have a clear and linear plot structure.
False
What is the primary purpose of a novel?
To entertain, inform, or provoke thought among readers.
Who is considered the father of the modern novel?
Miguel de Cervantes
