My Life and Hard Times by James Thurber - Test
  • 1. What is a recurring theme in Thurber's writing?
A) Romance
B) Science Fiction
C) Tragedy
D) Humor
  • 2. In which city did Thurber grow up?
A) Columbus
B) Cleveland
C) Cincinnati
D) Dayton
  • 3. What narrative style is used in 'My Life and Hard Times'?
A) First-person
B) Omniscient
C) Second-person
D) Third-person
  • 4. What does Thurber often use to enhance his storytelling?
A) Naturalism
B) Satire
C) Romanticism
D) Realism
  • 5. Which of the following describes Thurber’s view of life?
A) Solemn
B) Pessimistic
C) Idealistic
D) Absurd
  • 6. What profession did James Thurber have?
A) Playwright
B) Cartoonist and Writer
C) Painter
D) Musician
  • 7. Which literary device does Thurber frequently employ?
A) Symbolism
B) Foreshadowing
C) Understatement
D) Exaggeration
  • 8. In which magazine did Thurber first gain success?
A) The New Yorker
B) Time
C) Vanity Fair
D) Harper's
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