- 1. Selections From The Tatler And The Spectator is a curated anthology that showcases some of the most notable essays, critiques, and observations from two of the most influential periodicals of the early 18th century, The Tatler and The Spectator. Founded by Richard Steele in 1709, The Tatler was the first English daily publication, setting the stage for periodical literature by merging news with literary commentary, offering readers insights into contemporary culture, fashion, and society at large. Following closely in its footsteps, The Spectator was launched by Steele and Joseph Addison in 1711, and it further refined the art of the essay while addressing moral and philosophical themes through engaging prose and witty narrative. This collection encapsulates the essence of the whimsical yet earnest spirit of the Age of Enlightenment, as it delves into the lives of London’s upper and middle classes, examining their virtues, vices, and everyday interactions. The selections highlight the unique styles of both authors, with Addison’s eloquent and reflective writing complementing Steele’s more direct and conversational approach, making the anthology not only a reflection of historical thought but also a remarkable literary achievement that continues to resonate with readers seeking to understand the evolution of English literature and societal commentary.
Who was the primary author of The Tatler?
A) Richard Steele
B) Samuel Johnson
C) Joseph Addison
D) Alexander Pope
- 2. What was the name of the fictional club at the heart of The Spectator?
A) The Spectator Club
B) The Scriblerus Club
C) The Tatler Society
D) The Kit-Cat Club
- 3. Who was the fictional narrator and observer of London society for The Spectator?
A) Mr. Spectator
B) Sir Roger de Coverley
C) Isaac Bickerstaff
D) Will Honeycomb
- 4. What was the pseudonym used by Richard Steele in The Tatler?
A) Isaac Bickerstaff
B) Mr. Spectator
C) Lemuel Gulliver
D) Alexander Selkirk
- 5. Which famous fictional country gentleman was a member of the Spectator Club?
A) Sir John Falstaff
B) Sir Roger de Coverley
C) Squire Western
D) Sir Andrew Freeport
- 6. What was the primary focus of the essays in The Tatler and The Spectator?
A) Political satire
B) Morals and manners
C) Religious doctrine
D) Scientific discovery
- 7. How often was The Spectator originally published?
A) Quarterly
B) Daily
C) Monthly
D) Weekly
- 8. In what century were The Tatler and The Spectator published?
A) 16th century
B) 17th century
C) 19th century
D) 18th century
- 9. Which member of the Spectator Club represented the world of commerce and trade?
A) Sir Andrew Freeport
B) The Clergyman
C) Captain Sentry
D) Will Honeycomb
- 10. The essays are considered a key part of which literary period?
A) The Victorian Era
B) The Romantic Period
C) The Renaissance
D) The Augustan Age
- 11. Which member of the Spectator Club was a soldier?
A) Sir Andrew Freeport
B) Will Honeycomb
C) The Clergyman
D) Captain Sentry
- 12. The essays often took aim at the vice of...
A) Vanity
B) Poverty
C) Piety
D) Intelligence
- 13. Which literary form did The Spectator help to popularize?
A) The revenge tragedy
B) The epic poem
C) The gothic novel
D) The periodical essay
- 14. How did Mr. Spectator describe his own character?
A) A silent observer
B) A religious preacher
C) A political agitator
D) A loud critic
- 15. The fictional narrator of The Tatler, Isaac Bickerstaff, claimed what profession?
A) Lawyer
B) Doctor
C) Merchant
D) Astrologer
- 16. The papers were instrumental in shaping the tastes of the emerging...
A) Rural peasantry
B) Aristocracy
C) Working class
D) Middle class
- 17. What was the total number of original Spectator papers published?
A) 100
B) 999
C) 275
D) 555
- 18. The essays are celebrated for their contribution to the development of...
A) Dramatic tragedy
B) Epic poetry
C) The sonnet form
D) Modern English prose
- 19. Which of these was a stated aim of The Spectator?
A) To critique theatrical performances
B) To enliven morality with wit
C) To report on political news
D) To publish romantic fiction
- 20. Who co-founded The Spectator with Richard Steele?
A) Daniel Defoe
B) Jonathan Swift
C) Joseph Addison
D) John Dryden
- 21. The essays often critiqued the social manners of which city?
A) London
B) Dublin
C) Paris
D) Edinburgh
- 22. What literary device is heavily employed for satire and criticism in the essays?
A) Personification
B) Onomatopoeia
C) Hyperbole
D) Irony
- 23. Which member of the Spectator Club is a man of fashion and gallantry?
A) The Clergyman
B) Sir Andrew Freeport
C) Captain Sentry
D) Will Honeycomb
- 24. Which famous poet contributed to The Spectator?
A) Geoffrey Chaucer
B) John Milton
C) William Wordsworth
D) Alexander Pope
- 25. What was the primary venue for reading these periodicals?
A) Parliament
B) Coffeehouses
C) Theaters
D) Churches
- 26. Which of these is a famous essay from The Spectator about imagination?
A) The Pleasures of the Imagination
B) An Essay on Man
C) Areopagitica
D) A Modest Proposal
- 27. Sir Roger de Coverley is characterized as a(n):
A) Eccentric country gentleman
B) Bold military captain
C) Wealthy city merchant
D) Cunning lawyer
- 28. What was the name of the Tory political periodical that opposed these works?
A) The Guardian
B) The Rambler
C) The Examiner
D) The Idler
- 29. Which virtue is most frequently promoted in the essays?
A) Extreme piety
B) Blind faith
C) Good sense
D) Military valor
- 30. Isaac Bickerstaff was the pseudonym used by the author of which periodical?
A) The Guardian
B) The Tatler
C) The Examiner
D) The Spectator
- 31. What was the name of the coffee-house that was a frequent subject in The Tatler?
A) The Grecian
B) Lloyd's Coffee House
C) Button's Coffee-House
D) Will's Coffee-House
- 32. The essays often used this device to criticize society indirectly.
A) Satire
B) Hyperbole
C) Allegory
D) Onomatopoeia
- 33. The essays are considered important early examples of what type of writing?
A) Legal writing
B) Religious scripture
C) Journalism
D) Scientific writing
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