How Well Do You Know Hermann Hesse?
Are you into literature? Do you know about great writers from all around the world? How well do you know Hermann Hesse? Play this quiz if you have read his poems and other works and you think you know this author more than anyone else. These questions will revolve around Hermann Hesse as well as the contribution he has made to the field of literature. Let's go for it now!
- 1.
In which year was Herman Hesse born?
- A.
1877
- B.
1891
- C.
1892
- D.
1900
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A. 1877Explanation
Herman Hesse was born in 1877.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was the name of Hermann Hesse's mother?
- A.
Milly
- B.
Sophia
- C.
Marie
- D.
None of these
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C. MarieExplanation
The correct answer is Marie.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In which year did Hermann Hesse win the Nobel Prize in literature?
- A.
1921
- B.
1941
- C.
1946
- D.
1950
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C. 1946Explanation
Hermann Hesse won the Nobel Prize in literature in 1946. This award is given annually to an author who has produced outstanding literary work. Hesse, a German-Swiss writer, is known for his novels that explore themes of self-discovery and spirituality. Winning the Nobel Prize in literature is a significant recognition of an author's contributions to the literary world, and Hesse's win in 1946 highlights the impact of his work during that time.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Hermann Hesse was a/an _______ writer.
- A.
African-American
- B.
German-Swiss
- C.
French-Swiss
- D.
None of these
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B. German-SwissExplanation
Hermann Hesse was a German-Swiss writer. This means that he was a writer who was both German and Swiss. Hesse was born in Germany but later became a Swiss citizen. He wrote many famous novels, including "Siddhartha" and "Steppenwolf", which explore themes of spirituality and self-discovery. His writing style and themes were influenced by his experiences growing up in Germany and living in Switzerland. Therefore, the correct answer is German-Swiss.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of these novels came in 1919?
- A.
Siddhartha
- B.
Knulp
- C.
Steppenwolf
- D.
Demian
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D. DemianExplanation
Demian is the novel that came out in 1919. This information is not explicitly stated in the question, but it is implied that one of the novels listed was published in 1919. By process of elimination, we can determine that Demian is the correct answer as it is the only novel on the list that was published in that year.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is the main character in Demian by Hermann Hesse?
- A.
Emil Sinclair
- B.
Paul Sinclair
- C.
Darcy Sinclair
- D.
None of these
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A. Emil SinclairExplanation
Emil Sinclair is the main character in Demian by Hermann Hesse. Throughout the novel, the story revolves around Emil's journey of self-discovery and his exploration of various philosophical and psychological concepts. The narrative is primarily focused on Emil's experiences, thoughts, and personal growth, making him the central figure in the book.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In which year did "Journey to the East" come?
- A.
1929
- B.
1932
- C.
1936
- D.
1941
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B. 1932Explanation
"Journey to the East" came out in the year 1932.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of these is not written by Hermann Hesse?
- A.
Knulp
- B.
The Glass Bead Game
- C.
Beneath the Wheel
- D.
Catch-22
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D. Catch-22Explanation
Catch-22 is not written by Hermann Hesse. Hermann Hesse is a renowned German-Swiss author known for his works such as Knulp, The Glass Bead Game, and Beneath the Wheel. Catch-22, on the other hand, is a satirical novel written by Joseph Heller.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of these poems is written by Hermann Hesse?
- A.
A Swarm Of Gnats
- B.
At Night On The High Seas
- C.
Lonesome Night
- D.
All of these
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D. All of theseExplanation
All of these poems are written by Hermann Hesse.Rate this question:
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- 10.
"Don't be downcast, soon the night will come, When we can see the cool moon laughing in secret Over the faint countryside, And we rest, hand in hand."From which of these poems are these lines taken?
- A.
Lonesome Night
- B.
How Heavy The Days
- C.
On A Journey
- D.
I Know, You Walk--
Correct Answer
C. On A JourneyExplanation
The given lines "Don't be downcast, soon the night will come, When we can see the cool moon laughing in secret Over the faint countryside, And we rest, hand in hand." are taken from the poem "On A Journey".Rate this question:
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