- 1. A Biography of Dracula by Harry Ludlam is a fascinating exploration of the cultural and historical significance of Bram Stoker's iconic creation, Count Dracula. This comprehensive biography delves into the life of the literary figure and the inspiration behind him, tracing the origins of the vampire legend from Eastern European folklore to its adaptation in Stoker's seminal 1897 novel. Ludlam meticulously examines the impact of gothic literature on modern horror and the evolution of the vampire archetype across various media, highlighting how Dracula has become a symbol of fear, seduction, and the conflict between civilization and the primal instincts of humanity. Through detailed analyses of Stoker's life, the societal context of the Victorian era, and the various adaptations of Dracula in film, theater, and popular culture, Ludlam sheds light on the enduring legacy of the character and how it reflects the anxieties and desires of its time. The biography is not only a tribute to Stoker’s literary genius but also an insightful commentary on how Dracula has transcended generations, shaping the genre and influencing countless narratives about the supernatural, making it a vital read for fans of horror literature and cultural studies alike.
Who is the author of 'A Biography of Dracula'?
A) Elizabeth Miller
B) Vlad the Impaler
C) Bram Stoker
D) Harry Ludlam
- 2. Which famous actor did Bram Stoker work with for many years?
A) Laurence Olivier
B) John Barrymore
C) Edmund Kean
D) Henry Irving
- 3. Where was Bram Stoker born?
A) Dublin, Ireland
B) Transylvania, Romania
C) London, England
D) Whitby, England
- 4. Which famous London theatre did Stoker manage?
A) Drury Lane
B) Old Vic
C) Globe Theatre
D) Lyceum Theatre
- 5. What year was 'Dracula' first published?
A) 1887
B) 1907
C) 1897
D) 1917
- 6. What was the name of Bram Stoker's wife?
A) Florence Balcombe
B) Ellen Terry
C) Charlotte Stoker
D) Mina Harker
- 7. Which famous author was Florence Balcombe previously involved with?
A) Rudyard Kipling
B) Oscar Wilde
C) Arthur Conan Doyle
D) H.G. Wells
- 8. How many novels did Bram Stoker write in total?
A) 8
B) 15
C) 12
D) 5
- 9. Which scholar is credited with introducing Stoker to Vlad the Impaler?
A) Emily Gerard
B) Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
C) Arminius Vambery
D) Wilhelm Meinhold
- 10. What was the original title Stoker considered for 'Dracula'?
A) The Un-Dead
B) The Blood-Drinkers
C) The Vampire
D) Count Wampyr
- 11. What year did Bram Stoker die?
A) 1920
B) 1915
C) 1905
D) 1912
- 12. Who inherited the copyright to Dracula after Stoker's death?
A) His widow Florence
B) His brother George
C) The British Museum
D) His son Noel
- 13. What was the name of Stoker's only child?
A) Quincey
B) Jonathan
C) Noel
D) Arthur
- 14. Which university did Bram Stoker attend?
A) Oxford University
B) Trinity College Dublin
C) Cambridge University
D) University of London
- 15. How long did it take Stoker to write Dracula?
A) Ten years
B) Seven years
C) One year
D) Three years
- 16. What was the initial critical reception to Dracula?
A) Mixed but generally positive
B) Immediate bestseller
C) Completely ignored
D) Overwhelmingly negative
- 17. Which of Stoker's other novels features a female vampire?
A) The Jewel of Seven Stars
B) The Lady of the Shroud
C) The Mystery of the Sea
D) The Lair of the White Worm
- 18. What real historical figure is the primary subject of Ludlam's biography?
A) Ivan the Terrible
B) Count Elizabeth Bathory
C) Prince Charles
D) Vlad the Impaler
- 19. Vlad the Impaler was a prince of which region?
A) Bukovina
B) Transylvania
C) Wallachia
D) Moldavia
- 20. What was Vlad III's father's name?
A) Mircea the Elder
B) Stephen the Great
C) Radu the Handsome
D) Vlad II Dracul
- 21. Which empire was Vlad III's primary enemy?
A) The Holy Roman Empire
B) The Russian Empire
C) The Ottoman Empire
D) The Austrian Empire
- 22. How did Vlad III die according to historical accounts?
A) Executed by the Ottomans
B) Died of old age
C) Assassinated by his men
D) Killed in battle
- 23. What year did Vlad III die?
A) 1480
B) 1456
C) 1492
D) 1476
- 24. Which author famously used Vlad as inspiration for Count Dracula?
A) Edgar Allan Poe
B) H.P. Lovecraft
C) Mary Shelley
D) Bram Stoker
- 25. Where is Vlad III believed to be buried?
A) Curtea de Arges
B) Poenari Castle
C) Snagov Monastery
D) Bran Castle
- 26. Vlad spent part of his youth as a hostage in which court?
A) Russian court
B) Hungarian court
C) Ottoman court
D) Polish court
- 27. What was the name of Vlad's brother who fought against him?
A) Mircea II
B) Radu the Handsome
C) Vlad the Monk
D) Stephen the Great
- 28. What was the name of the 1462 night attack where Vlad infiltrated the Ottoman camp?
A) The Turkish Assault
B) The Night Attack
C) The Impaler's Strike
D) The Midnight Raid
- 29. How long was Vlad's first reign as prince of Wallachia?
A) Three months
B) Six years
C) Two months
D) One year
- 30. Vlad was imprisoned for several years by which Hungarian king?
A) Charles I
B) Matthias Corvinus
C) Sigismund
D) Louis I
- 31. Which character in Stoker's novel is Dracula's first victim in England?
A) Mina Murray
B) Jonathan Harker
C) Renfield
D) Lucy Westenra
- 32. What profession does Jonathan Harker have in 'Dracula'?
A) Professor
B) Solicitor
C) Doctor
D) Journalist
- 33. Who leads the group that hunts Dracula in the novel?
A) Abraham Van Helsing
B) Quincey Morris
C) Jonathan Harker
D) John Seward
- 34. How can Dracula be killed according to the novel?
A) Silver bullet
B) Decapitation and stake
C) Fire only
D) Drowning
- 35. What protects people from vampires in the novel?
A) Silver
B) Garlic
C) Salt
D) Iron
- 36. How does Dracula travel to England?
A) By carriage
B) By ship
C) By mist
D) By bat
- 37. Where is Dracula ultimately defeated?
A) London
B) Budapest
C) Transylvania
D) Whitby
- 38. In what century did Vlad the Impaler live?
A) 13th century
B) 14th century
C) 15th century
D) 16th century
- 39. How old was Vlad when he first became prince?
A) 21
B) 25
C) 17
D) 30
- 40. How many times did Vlad rule Wallachia?
A) Three
B) Four
C) One
D) Two
- 41. What was Vlad's religion?
A) Muslim
B) Eastern Orthodox
C) Protestant
D) Roman Catholic
- 42. What was Vlad's military strategy against the Ottomans?
A) Guerrilla warfare
B) Naval warfare
C) Cavalry charges
D) Siege warfare
- 43. What happened to Vlad's first wife?
A) Murder
B) Suicide
C) Natural death
D) Execution
- 44. What modern country contains Vlad's principality?
A) Serbia
B) Bulgaria
C) Romania
D) Hungary
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