Essays And Tales by Joseph Addison - Quiz
  • 1. In which period did Joseph Addison write?
A) Early 20th century
B) Late 19th century
C) 17th century
D) Early 18th century
  • 2. Which publication is Addison best known for?
A) The Guardian
B) The Rambler
C) The Tatler
D) The Spectator
  • 3. What themes does Addison commonly explore in his essays?
A) Romance and love
B) Adventure and travel
C) Morality and social manners
D) Science and technology
  • 4. Which is one of Addison's enduring contributions to literature?
A) Tragedy writing
B) The essay form
C) Romantic poetry
D) Historiography
  • 5. Addison served as a member of which political position?
A) Prime Minister
B) Member of Parliament
C) Judge
D) Ambassador
  • 6. In which city was Joseph Addison born?
A) London
B) Oxford
C) Bristol
D) Milston
  • 7. What does Addison often emphasize in his discussions?
A) Technological advancement
B) Political conflict
C) Economic power
D) The cultivation of taste
  • 8. Who was Addison's famous collaborator on 'The Spectator'?
A) Samuel Johnson
B) Alexander Pope
C) Jonathan Swift
D) Richard Steele
  • 9. What stylistic feature does Addison employ in his essays?
A) Imagery
B) Symbolism
C) Irony
D) Alliteration
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