General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
121
Who is the main character in Orwell’s '1984'?
Answer:
Winston Smith
Winston Smith works at the Ministry of Truth and rebels against the regime.
122
Who is the protagonist of 'The Catcher in the Rye'?
Answer:
Holden Caulfield
Holden Caulfield narrates and stars in J.D. Salinger’s novel.
123
Who is the loyal squire to Don Quixote?
Answer:
Sancho Panza
Sancho Panza is Don Quixote’s humorous and loyal companion.
124
In 'Frankenstein', who creates the Monster?
Answer:
Victor Frankenstein
Victor Frankenstein creates the Creature in his scientific experiment.
125
Who is Romeo's beloved in Shakespeare’s tragedy 'Romeo and Juliet'?
Answer:
Juliet Capulet
Juliet Capulet is Romeo’s lover and one of the main protagonists.
126
Who is the main character in 'Jane Eyre'?
Answer:
Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre is the orphaned governess and protagonist.
127
Which character in Greek mythology kills the Minotaur?
Answer:
Theseus
Theseus kills the Minotaur in the labyrinth of Crete.
128
Who is the protagonist of 'Crime and Punishment'?
Answer:
Raskolnikov
Rodion Raskolnikov is the student who commits a murder and struggles with guilt.
129
In 'The Great Gatsby', who narrates the story?
Answer:
Jay Gatsby
Nick Carraway narrates the story of Jay Gatsby's life.
130
Which character famously says, 'Call me Ishmael'?
Answer:
Pip
This line opens Herman Melville's novel 'Moby-Dick'.