- 1. Victor Hugo was a prominent French writer, poet, and playwright, born on February 26, 1802, and widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in French literature and the Romantic movement. He is best known for his monumental novels, 'Les Misérables' and 'Notre-Dame de Paris', both of which explore themes of social injustice, redemption, and the human condition. Hugo's powerful storytelling and vivid characterizations brought to life the struggles of the marginalized in society, earning him a lasting legacy as a champion of freedom and humanitarian causes. Beyond his novels, he was also a distinguished poet, with collections such as 'Les Contemplations' showcasing his profound reflection on love, nature, and the passage of time. Throughout his life, Hugo was deeply involved in politics, advocating for social reform and the abolition of capital punishment, and his works often mirrored his commitments to these causes. His dramatic works, including numerous plays, were pivotal in establishing the genre of French Romantic theatre. Hugo spent a significant portion of his later life in exile due to his political beliefs, during which he continued to write and produce influential works, sustaining his reputation as a visionary and a thinker who sought to illuminate the shadows of society. His legacy endures, inspiring countless adaptations of his works in film, theatre, and literature, and his influence can be felt in modern art and social thought.
In which city did Victor Hugo die?
A) Madrid
B) Rome
C) London
D) Paris
- 2. What was Victor Hugo's profession?
A) Painter
B) Writer
C) Scientist
D) Politician
- 3. Which literary work is Victor Hugo known for?
A) The Great Gatsby
B) Les Misérables
C) Pride and Prejudice
D) Moby Dick
- 4. Where was Victor Hugo born?
A) New York City, USA
B) Rome, Italy
C) London, England
D) Besançon, France
- 5. What was the cause of Victor Hugo's death?
A) Heart Attack
B) Pneumonia
C) Stroke
D) Cancer
- 6. At what age did Victor Hugo die?
A) 69
B) 74
C) 61
D) 83
- 7. Victor Hugo was a prominent figure in which literary movement?
A) Realism
B) Modernism
C) Naturalism
D) Romanticism
- 8. What was Victor Hugo's nationality?
A) French
B) English
C) Italian
D) German
- 9. Who was Victor Hugo's wife?
A) Emily Brontë
B) Jane Austen
C) Adèle Foucher
D) George Sand
- 10. Victor Hugo's full name was?
A) Victor Jean Hugo
B) Victor Pierre Hugo
C) Victor Marie Hugo
D) Victor Louis Hugo
- 11. In which cemetery is Victor Hugo buried?
A) Père Lachaise Cemetery
B) Saint-Germain-des-Prés Cemetery
C) Montparnasse Cemetery
D) Panthéon
- 12. What was the title of Victor Hugo's first successful play?
A) Lucrezia Borgia
B) Ruy Blas
C) Marion de Lorme
D) Hernani
- 13. What was the title of Victor Hugo's last novel?
A) Ninety-Three
B) Les Misérables
C) The Hunchback of Notre-Dame
D) The Toilers of the Sea
- 14. Which French king granted Victor Hugo amnesty in 1859?
A) Louis-Philippe
B) Louis XVIII
C) Napoleon III
D) Charles X
- 15. What was Victor Hugo's middle name?
A) François
B) Jean
C) Louis
D) Marie
- 16. In which year did Victor Hugo return to Paris after exile?
A) 1856
B) 1863
C) 1881
D) 1870
- 17. In which century did Victor Hugo live most of his life?
A) 19th
B) 20th
C) 18th
D) 17th
- 18. What was Victor Hugo's political affiliation?
A) Fascist
B) Monarchist
C) Communist
D) Republican
- 19. Which famous literary character is central in Victor Hugo's novel 'Les Misérables'?
A) Dorian Gray
B) Jean Valjean
C) Jay Gatsby
D) Heathcliff
- 20. What was the title of Victor Hugo's autobiography?
A) Choses vues
B) Memoirs
C) Chronicles
D) Outliers
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