In The Picture of Dorian Gray, what secret does Dorian hide in his locked schoolroom?

A portrait of himself that ages instead of him

Which theme is most central to The Scarlet Letter?

Sin, guilt, and social ostracization

In The Wizard of Oz, how does Dorothy end up in the magical land of Oz?

Dorothy and her home are swept away by a cyclone and carried into Oz

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“What Came First: ‘Frankenstein’ Or ‘Dracula’?”: 20 Surprisingly Tough Literature Questions

How well-read are you? From the tragedies of Sophocles to the fantasy worlds of J. R. R. Tolkien, this quiz will test your general literary knowledge with 20 tough questions. We’ll make you think back to iconic opening lines, unforgettable characters, major authors and plots, spanning classic and modern literature.

Some questions are straightforward, but others may be tricky enough to catch even confident readers off guard. It’s time to find out whether you’re just casually acquainted with the classics or genuinely well-read. Ready to jump in?

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BrunoVI 31 minutes ago

BP: "Are you truly well read? Which came first, Dracula or Frankenstein?" Me: "Oops. I forgot to read the copyright date."

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Robyn Hill 34 minutes ago

Only one I missed was about Lord of the Rings, which I know nothing about. So not too bad.

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The hobbit is not about the Lord of the Rings.

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BrunoVI 31 minutes ago

BP: "Are you truly well read? Which came first, Dracula or Frankenstein?" Me: "Oops. I forgot to read the copyright date."

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Only one I missed was about Lord of the Rings, which I know nothing about. So not too bad.

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The hobbit is not about the Lord of the Rings.

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