"Treasure Island" By Robert Louis Stevenson Quiz
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Treasure Island is an adventure novel written by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson about buried gold." Take this quiz and see how much you know about this legendary novel. The story revolves around an impulsive and adventurous young boy.
The quiz contains various facts and trivia from the story that are guaranteed to quadruple your interest in the story. If you like the quiz, do share it with your friends. All the best!
- 1.
The treasure was buried by ...
- A.
Flint
- B.
Silver
- C.
Ben Gunn
- D.
Wood
Correct Answer
A. FlintExplanation
The correct answer is "Flint" because in the context of buried treasure, flint is often associated with pirates and their hidden riches. Flint is a material commonly used in the creation of fire, and pirates would bury their treasure near a source of fire so that they could easily locate it later. Additionally, flint is a hard and durable material, making it a suitable choice for burying valuable items. Therefore, it is likely that the treasure was buried by someone named Flint.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was the name of the Blind pirate in the novel?
- A.
Silver
- B.
Dark Dog
- C.
Dirk
- D.
Pew
Correct Answer
D. PewExplanation
Blind Pew, also known simply as Pew, is a character featured in Robert Louis Stevenson's novel "Treasure Island." He is depicted as a pirate within the story.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the name of the inn that Jim's mother runs?
- A.
Admiral Benbow
- B.
The Napolean
- C.
The king head
- D.
Littlefinger
Correct Answer
A. Admiral BenbowExplanation
Admiral Benbow is the correct answer because it is the name of the inn that Jim's mother runs. The other options, such as The Napolean, The King Head, and Littlefinger, are not mentioned or relevant to the context of the question.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the name of the boat they sail to Treasure Island in?
- A.
HMS Bounty
- B.
Royal Fortune
- C.
Hispaniola
- D.
Stromers
Correct Answer
C. HispaniolaExplanation
The correct answer is Hispaniola. In the novel "Treasure Island," the characters sail to Treasure Island on a boat named Hispaniola. This boat is a small merchant vessel that is chartered by the main character, Jim Hawkins, and his companions. The name Hispaniola is derived from the island in the Caribbean, which is shared by the countries of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The choice of this name for the boat adds a sense of adventure and exoticism to the story.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where did Flint die?
- A.
Treasure island
- B.
Savannah
- C.
In the inn
- D.
Rockies
Correct Answer
B. SavannahExplanation
Flint died in Savannah.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is the narrator of treasure island?
- A.
Dr. Livesey
- B.
Jim Hawkins
- C.
Mrs. Hawkins
- D.
Kim Hawkins
Correct Answer
B. Jim HawkinsExplanation
Jim Hawkins is the narrator of Treasure Island because he is the one who tells the story from his perspective. Throughout the novel, Jim recounts his experiences and encounters with pirates, including Long John Silver, as he embarks on a journey to find the hidden treasure. As the main character and the one who provides the narration, Jim Hawkins gives readers a firsthand account of the events that unfold on the island, making him the most suitable choice for the role of the narrator.Rate this question:
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- 7.
On what part of the island was the treasure initially buried?
- A.
Black Cove Hill
- B.
Skeleton Rock
- C.
Spy-glass Hill
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Spy-glass HillExplanation
The correct answer is Spy-glass Hill. This is the part of the island where the treasure was initially buried.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Skeleton Island was _______ of the island.
- A.
South
- B.
West
- C.
North
- D.
East
Correct Answer
A. SouthExplanation
The word "of" indicates a relationship between Skeleton Island and the direction mentioned. The only direction that can be used after "of" to indicate a location is "South." Therefore, Skeleton Island was located south of the island.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How did Blind Pew die?
- A.
He was shot by Dr. Livesey
- B.
He fell off a cliff and drowned
- C.
He was run over by a horse
- D.
He died of heart attack
Correct Answer
C. He was run over by a horseExplanation
Blind Pew died because he was run over by a horse.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the name of Flint's ship?
- A.
Walrus
- B.
Royal Fortune
- C.
Trinidad Parrot
- D.
Sea Snake
Correct Answer
A. WalrusExplanation
Flint's ship was named the Walrus.Rate this question:
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