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
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Which American poet received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2020?
Answer:
Louise Glück
Louise Glück was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2020 for her unmistakable poetic voice that makes individual existence universal.
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Which Austrian writer received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2019?
Answer:
Peter Handke
Peter Handke was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2019 for his influential work in drama and prose.
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Which Polish author received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2018 (awarded in 2019)?
Answer:
Olga Tokarczuk
Olga Tokarczuk received the Nobel Prize in Literature for 2018, announced together with the 2019 prize.
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Which British novelist of Japanese origin received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017?
Answer:
Kazuo Ishiguro
Kazuo Ishiguro, born in Japan and raised in Britain, received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017.
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Which Belarusian writer of oral history received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2015?
Answer:
Svetlana Alexievich
Svetlana Alexievich, known for documentary-style works on Soviet and post-Soviet life, received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2015.
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Which French novelist received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2014 for 'the art of memory'?
Answer:
Patrick Modiano
Patrick Modiano won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2014 for his exploration of memory, identity, and loss.
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Which Chinese writer was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2012?
Answer:
Mo Yan
Mo Yan, known for novels such as 'Red Sorghum', received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2012.
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Which Swedish poet won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2011?
Answer:
Tomas Tranströmer
Tomas Tranströmer received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2011 for his condensed, luminous poetry.
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Which Peruvian author received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2010?
Answer:
Mario Vargas Llosa
Mario Vargas Llosa, a leading figure of Latin American literature, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2010.
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Which Romanian-born German author received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2009?
Answer:
Herta Müller
Herta Müller, who wrote about life under dictatorship in Romania, was awarded the Nobel Prize in 2009.