What Do You Know About Wilde Oscar?
Wilde Oscar was an Irish poet and playwright who became one of London`s most popular playwrights. You think you know him, attempt this quiz.
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Wilde became known for his involvement in the rising philosophy of what?
- A.
Aestheticism
- B.
Astheticism
- C.
Esthaticism
- D.
Statheticism
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A. AestheticismExplanation
Wilde became known for his involvement in the rising philosophy of Aestheticism. Aestheticism emphasized the importance of art and beauty in life, advocating for the pursuit of pleasure and the rejection of societal conventions. Wilde's works, such as "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and his plays, reflected these ideas and he became a prominent figure in the Aesthetic movement.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What were the name of Wilde's tutors?
- A.
Pater John and walter Ruskin
- B.
Walter Pater and John Ruskin
- C.
Pater Ruskin and John Walter
- D.
John Akis and Walter Pater
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B. Walter Pater and John RuskinExplanation
Wilde's tutors were Walter Pater and John Ruskin.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When did Wilde moved to London?
- A.
Before university
- B.
At age 30
- C.
After university
- D.
After he got married
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C. After universityExplanation
The correct answer is "After university." This means that Wilde moved to London after completing his university education.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What year was Wilde Oscar born?
- A.
1880
- B.
1830
- C.
1837
- D.
1854
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D. 1854Explanation
Oscar Wilde was born in 1854.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How old was Wilde Oscar before he died?
- A.
56 years
- B.
50 years
- C.
75 years
- D.
80 years
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A. 56 yearsExplanation
The correct answer is 56 years. This implies that Wilde Oscar was 56 years old at the time of his death.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What was Wilde's Nationality?
- A.
British
- B.
Irish
- C.
French
- D.
Scottish
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B. IrishExplanation
Wilde's nationality was Irish because he was born and raised in Ireland. He was a prominent Irish writer and playwright known for his wit and satire. Wilde's Irish heritage and his connection to Irish culture and society greatly influenced his work.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The drama Salome was written by Wilde in what year?
- A.
1890
- B.
1894
- C.
1891
- D.
1889
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C. 1891Explanation
The drama Salome was written by Wilde in 1891.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What was the last work written by Wilde Oscar?
- A.
The Importance of Being Earnest
- B.
The Marquess of Queensberry
- C.
De Profundis
- D.
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
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D. The Ballad of Reading GaolExplanation
The correct answer is "The Ballad of Reading Gaol." This poem was written by Oscar Wilde during his time in prison and was published in 1898. It reflects on his experiences and observations while incarcerated and is considered one of his most powerful works. The poem explores themes of punishment, suffering, and the human condition, and is often seen as a reflection on Wilde's own downfall and the injustices of the Victorian penal system.Rate this question:
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Where did Wilde read his classics?
- A.
Trinity College Dublin
- B.
Dublin College Trinity
- C.
University Philosophycal Society
- D.
Oxford Union
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A. Trinity College DublinExplanation
Wilde read his classics at Trinity College Dublin.Rate this question:
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At what year did Wilde read Greats?
- A.
1874 to1879
- B.
1874 to1878
- C.
1874 to 1880
- D.
1874 to 1877
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B. 1874 to1878Explanation
Wilde read Greats from 1874 to 1878. This means that he started reading Greats in 1874 and finished in 1878.Rate this question:
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