How Well Do You Know Marcel Proust?

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1. How many years did Proust spend in Coligny Barracks as a soldier?

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Proust spent only a year in Coligny Barracks as a soldier.

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If you consider Marcel Proust is a novelist and essayist; you are right. He is! This French writer and critic was born in Auteuil. His family history is characterized by wealth and intellect courtesy of his pathologist father and royal mother. Having read much about him, test how much you... see moreknow by taking this quiz. see less

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2. In how many parts was ' In search of Lost Time' published?

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"In search of Lost Time" was published in seven parts.

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3. In what year did Marcel Proust die?

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Marcel Proust died in 1922.

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4. Who is Marcel Proust's father?

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Marcel Proust's father is Adrien Proust.

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5. When was Marcel Proust Born?

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Marcel Proust was born on 10 July 1871.

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6. Who translated 'In Search of Lost Time' to English?

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Scott Monchieff is the correct answer because he is the translator of the book "In Search of Lost Time" to English.

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7. When was Proust baptized?

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Proust was baptized on 5 August 1871.

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8. How many pages are in Proust's 'In Search of Lost Time'?

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The correct answer is "About 3200 pages." This is because Proust's 'In Search of Lost Time' is known for its extensive length, spanning multiple volumes. It is considered one of the longest novels ever written, with an average page count of around 3200 pages.

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9. How old was Proust when he died?

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Proust died at the age of 51.

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10. How old was Proust when he became a pupil at Lycée Condorcet?

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Proust became a pupil at Lycée Condorcet when he was 11 years old.

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How many years did Proust spend in Coligny Barracks as a soldier?
In how many parts was ' In search of Lost Time' published?
In what year did Marcel Proust die?
Who is Marcel Proust's father?
When was Marcel Proust Born?
Who translated 'In Search of Lost Time' to English?
When was Proust baptized?
How many pages are in Proust's 'In Search of Lost Time'?
How old was Proust when he died?
How old was Proust when he became a pupil at Lycée Condorcet?
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