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
91
Which of the following is a classic Satirical novel by Jonathan Swift?
Answer:
Gulliver's Travels
'Gulliver's Travels' is a biting satire on human nature and the 'travelers' tales' literary subgenre.
92
A novel that depicts a rogue or low-born adventurer drifting from place to place is known as:
Answer:
Picaresque
Derived from the Spanish 'picaro' (rogue), a Picaresque novel is episodic and follows the adventures of a rough and dishonest but appealing hero.
93
Which term refers to the appearance of being true or real, a key quality of the Realistic Novel?
Answer:
Verisimilitude
Verisimilitude is the literary quality of seeming credible and consistent with reality, essential for Realistic fiction.
94
George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' is a prime example of which type of novel?
Answer:
Political Satire
'Animal Farm' uses animals to satirize the events of the Russian Revolution and the nature of totalitarianism.
95
Realistic fiction attempts to represent subject matter:
Answer:
Truthfully, avoiding speculative fiction and supernatural elements
Realism focuses on 'verisimilitude,' depicting everyday life, ordinary people, and plausible events without romanticizing them.
96
Which novel is widely cited as the first true Gothic novel?
Answer:
The Castle of Otranto
Written by Horace Walpole in 1764, 'The Castle of Otranto' established the conventions of the Gothic genre.
97
The 'Gothic Novel' is primarily characterized by which of the following elements?
Answer:
Mystery, horror, and the supernatural
Gothic novels typically feature gloomy settings (castles, ruins), supernatural elements, curses, and an atmosphere of mystery and terror.
98
Which author is generally credited with establishing the Historical Novel as a significant literary genre?
Answer:
Sir Walter Scott
Sir Walter Scott, particularly with his 'Waverley' novels, is considered the father of the modern historical novel, blending fictional characters with real historical events.