Do You Know About Emily Bronte?
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Emily Brontë will be on the chopping block today, as we take a closer look at the English novelist and poet best known for her world renowned novel, Wuthering Heights. What do you know about the woman behind the book?
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What was Emily Bronte's only novel?
- A.
Jane Eyre
- B.
Wuthering Heights
- C.
Last Lines
- D.
Agnes Grey
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B. Wuthering HeightsExplanation
Emily Bronte's only novel is "Wuthering Heights." This novel, published in 1847, is a classic of English literature and is known for its dark and passionate portrayal of love and obsession. Set in the rugged Yorkshire moors, "Wuthering Heights" tells the story of the intense and destructive relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw. The novel explores themes of revenge, social class, and the destructive power of love, making it a significant contribution to the Gothic fiction genre.Rate this question:
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What is Emily Bronte's pen name?
- A.
Emily Kant
- B.
Ellis Bell
- C.
Eden Marve
- D.
Maden Janes
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B. Ellis BellExplanation
Emily Bronte's pen name was Ellis Bell. This was a pseudonym that she used when publishing her famous novel, "Wuthering Heights," along with her sisters Charlotte and Anne Bronte, who also used pen names. By using a pen name, Emily Bronte was able to maintain some anonymity and separate her personal identity from her writing career.Rate this question:
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Emily Bronte was born in which decade?
- A.
1790's
- B.
1810's
- C.
1920's
- D.
1890's
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B. 1810'sExplanation
Emily Bronte was born in the 1810's because the question is asking for the decade in which she was born. The other options, 1790's, 1920's, and 1890's, are not correct because they are not within the range of the 1810's.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where was Emily Bronte born?
- A.
Austin, Texas
- B.
Sydney, Australia
- C.
Thornton, Yorkshire
- D.
New York, New York
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C. Thornton, YorkshireExplanation
Emily Bronte was born in Thornton, Yorkshire. This is the correct answer because Thornton, Yorkshire is the birthplace of Emily Bronte.Rate this question:
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From what disease did Emily Bronte die in 1848?
- A.
Measles
- B.
Cancer
- C.
Smallpox
- D.
Tuberculosis
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D. TuberculosisExplanation
Emily Bronte died from tuberculosis in 1848. Tuberculosis, also known as TB, is a contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. It can cause symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and fatigue. During the 19th century, tuberculosis was a common and deadly disease, and there were limited treatment options available. Unfortunately, Emily Bronte succumbed to this illness at the age of 30.Rate this question:
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Emily Bronte and her two other sisters published a collection of verses titled what?
- A.
Tree Tours
- B.
Poetry To Lie To
- C.
Gondola Rides
- D.
Poems By Currer, Ellis And Acton Bell
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D. Poems By Currer, Ellis And Acton BellExplanation
The correct answer is "Poems By Currer, Ellis And Acton Bell." Emily Bronte and her two sisters published a collection of verses under the pseudonyms Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell. This collection was titled "Poems By Currer, Ellis And Acton Bell."Rate this question:
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Where does Emily Bronte fit among the Bronte sisters?
- A.
Middle
- B.
Third Youngest
- C.
Youngest
- D.
Oldest
Correct Answer
A. MiddleExplanation
Emily Bronte fits in the middle among the Bronte sisters because she was the third of the six Bronte siblings. She was born on July 30, 1818, in Thornton, West Yorkshire, England. Her older sisters were Maria and Elizabeth, and her younger siblings were Charlotte, Branwell, and Anne. Emily Bronte is best known for her novel "Wuthering Heights," which was published in 1847. Her writing style and themes of passion and the supernatural set her apart from her sisters and established her as a unique voice in literature.Rate this question:
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Emily Bronte had a very short life. How long did she live for?
- A.
30 Years
- B.
41 Years
- C.
45 Years
- D.
23 Years
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A. 30 YearsExplanation
Emily Bronte lived for 30 years.Rate this question:
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Emily Bronte attended which school between the years 1824 and 1825?
- A.
Brown University
- B.
College Of Charleston
- C.
University Of Italy
- D.
Cowan Bridge
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D. Cowan BridgeExplanation
Emily Bronte attended Cowan Bridge between the years 1824 and 1825.Rate this question:
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Who was rumored to have written Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights"?
- A.
Her Brother Branwell
- B.
Her Sister Charlotte
- C.
Her Sister Maria
- D.
Her Sister Anne
Correct Answer
A. Her Brother BranwellExplanation
The correct answer is Her Brother Branwell. Emily Bronte's brother, Branwell, was rumored to have written "Wuthering Heights." While there is no concrete evidence to support this claim, there are speculations that Branwell may have contributed to the novel or influenced Emily in some way. However, it is widely accepted that Emily Bronte was the sole author of "Wuthering Heights."Rate this question:
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