Jaws by Peter Benchley (1974)
  • 1. Published in 1974, 'Jaws' by Peter Benchley is a thrilling novel that intricately weaves together elements of suspense, adventure, and commentary on human nature through the harrowing tale of a great white shark that terrorizes the small beach town of Amity Island. As summer approaches and tourists flock to the idyllic shores, the brutal and unprovoked shark attacks spark fear and chaos among the townsfolk. The story follows police chief Martin Brody, who grapples with the town's economic dependence on tourism while facing the moral dilemma of protecting the community from the predator lurking beneath the waves. Brody, alongside a marine biologist named Matt Hooper and the tough-talking shark hunter Quint, embarks on a perilous journey to hunt down the creature that embodies both primal terror and the depths of nature's unpredictability. Benchley's masterful storytelling captures the essence of anxiety over the unknown, the struggle between man and nature, and the dark facets of human fear and bravery. As they confront the menacing shark, the characters are forced to confront their own fears and the fragility of life, culminating in a gripping and unforgettable climax that not only cements 'Jaws' as a seminal work in the thriller genre but also explores the broader themes of survival and the innate human desire to conquer that which threatens us.

    Who is the author of the novel 'Jaws'?
A) Steven Spielberg
B) Michael Crichton
C) Peter Benchley
D) John Grisham
  • 2. What type of shark is the antagonist in 'Jaws'?
A) Mako Shark
B) Hammerhead Shark
C) Great White Shark
D) Tiger Shark
  • 3. Who is the police chief in 'Jaws'?
A) Alex Kintner
B) Quint
C) Martin Brody
D) Matt Hooper
  • 4. What is the name of Quint's shark-hunting boat in 'Jaws'?
A) Orca
B) Sea Breeze
C) Jaws
D) Tiburon
  • 5. What is the name of the mayor in 'Jaws'?
A) Mrs. Kintner
B) Larry Vaughn
C) Ben Gardner
D) Alex Kintner
  • 6. Who is killed by the shark while swimming in the beginning of the film 'Jaws'?
A) Chrissie Watkins
B) Mayor Larry Vaughn
C) Quint
D) Matt Hooper
  • 7. Who played the role of Quint in the film adaptation of 'Jaws'?
A) Roy Scheider
B) Lorraine Gary
C) Robert Shaw
D) Richard Dreyfuss
  • 8. What does Hooper find inside the shark's stomach in 'Jaws'?
A) License plate
B) Shark tooth necklace
C) Human remains
D) Gold watch
  • 9. Which actor played the role of Chief Brody in the film adaptation of 'Jaws'?
A) Murray Hamilton
B) Richard Dreyfuss
C) Robert Shaw
D) Roy Scheider
  • 10. Where was the film 'Jaws' primarily shot?
A) California
B) Hawaii
C) Australia
D) Martha's Vineyard
  • 11. What was the budget for making the film 'Jaws'?
A) $9 million
B) $1 million
C) $50 million
D) $20 million
  • 12. Which legendary composer scored the music for 'Jaws'?
A) Ennio Morricone
B) James Horner
C) John Williams
D) Hans Zimmer
  • 13. Who directed the film adaptation of 'Jaws' in 1975?
A) Alfred Hitchcock
B) Martin Scorsese
C) Steven Spielberg
D) Quentin Tarantino
  • 14. How many Academy Awards was 'Jaws' nominated for?
A) 2
B) 4
C) 8
D) 6
  • 15. What type of vessel is the Orca in 'Jaws'?
A) Sailboat
B) Submarine
C) Fishing boat
D) Luxury yacht
  • 16. In which year was the novel 'Jaws' published?
A) 1969
B) 1974
C) 1980
D) 1992
  • 17. Where is the story of 'Jaws' set?
A) Hawthorne
B) Gull Cove
C) Amity Island
D) Rockport
  • 18. What is the nickname given to the shark in 'Jaws'?
A) Fang
B) Bruce
C) Shadow
D) Scarface
  • 19. What is the first name of the oceanographer who assists in hunting the shark in 'Jaws'?
A) Sam
B) David
C) Alex
D) Matt
  • 20. What is the name of the fictional police force in 'Jaws'?
A) Seaside Security
B) Oceanic Patrol
C) Sea Watch
D) Amity Police Department
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