Farewell, My Lovely by Raymond Chandler
- 1. Farewell, My Lovely is a 1940 novel by Raymond Chandler, featuring the iconic private detective Philip Marlowe. Set in the gritty underbelly of Los Angeles, the narrative unfolds as Marlowe becomes embroiled in a complex web of crime and deception while searching for a missing person named Moose Malloy, a hulking ex-convict looking for his lost love, Velma Valente. The story dives deep into themes of love, betrayal, and the dark side of human nature, as Marlowe's investigation leads him through a labyrinth of characters including gangsters, corrupt police, and femme fatales. The novel is notable for its rich, atmospheric prose and Chandler's signature hard-boiled style, marked by witty dialogue and vivid descriptions that create a sense of place and mood. As Marlowe faces danger and deceit at every turn, he navigates the treacherous landscape of both the city and the moral ambiguities of its inhabitants, ultimately leading to a dramatic and thought-provoking conclusion that challenges the idea of justice and redemption.
Who is the main character in 'Farewell, My Lovely'?
A) Mike Hammer
B) Philip Marlowe
C) Chandler Bing
D) Sam Spade
- 2. Who is the woman Marlowe is searching for?
A) Vera Donovan
B) Velma Valento
C) Laura Hunt
D) Carmen Sternwood
- 3. What city is 'Farewell, My Lovely' set in?
A) Chicago
B) Los Angeles
C) New York
D) San Francisco
- 4. What does Marlowe struggle with throughout the novel?
A) His moral code
B) His fear of heights
C) His financial situation
D) His physical strength
- 5. What is the primary motivation for Marlowe's investigation?
A) To find Velma and uncover the truth
B) To appease his clients
C) To earn money
D) To prove his innocence
- 6. What is one of the main themes of the book?
A) Friendship
B) Love
C) Nature
D) Corruption
- 7. How does Marlowe often describe women?
A) With indifference
B) With a mix of admiration and cynicism
C) With fear
D) With disdain
- 8. What type of narrative style is used in 'Farewell, My Lovely'?
A) First-person
B) Second-person
C) Omniscient
D) Third-person
- 9. In what decade was 'Farewell, My Lovely' published?
A) 1950s
B) 1930s
C) 1940s
D) 1960s
- 10. What literary genre does 'Farewell, My Lovely' belong to?
A) Romantic fiction
B) Fantasy
C) Hardboiled detective fiction
D) Science fiction
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