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The Collected Writings Of Thomas De Quincey
  • 1. What is the title of Thomas De Quincey's most famous work?
A) On the Sublime and Beautiful
B) Confessions of an English Opium-Eater
C) The English Mail-Coach
D) The Revolt of Islam
  • 2. In which year was 'Confessions of an English Opium-Eater' first published?
A) 1801
B) 1831
C) 1851
D) 1821
  • 3. What substance does De Quincey famously discuss in his writings?
A) Cocaine
B) Tobacco
C) Alcohol
D) Opium
  • 4. What theme is prevalent in De Quincey's 'Confessions'?
A) Addiction
B) Patriotism
C) Isolation
D) Adventure
  • 5. In addition to his autobiographical works, what genre did De Quincey often explore?
A) Short stories
B) Essays
C) Novels
D) Poetry
  • 6. What influence did De Quincey have on later writers?
A) Minimalism
B) Science fiction
C) Psychological exploration
D) Satirical humor
  • 7. What aspect of British society does De Quincey critique in his essays?
A) Socialism
B) Feudalism
C) Colonialism
D) Industrialization
  • 8. Which of De Quincey's essays deals with the topic of murder?
A) The English Mail-Coach
B) On Murder Considered as one of the Fine Arts
C) The Confessions
D) The Historical Sketches
  • 9. De Quincey's writing is known for its:
A) Use of rhyme
B) Simple language
C) Prose style
D) Traditional structure
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