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Hans Christian Andersen
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  • 1. Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author known for his fairy tales, such as 'The Little Mermaid,' 'The Ugly Duckling,' and 'The Snow Queen.' Born in 1805 in Odense, Denmark, Andersen overcame many challenges in his early life to become one of the most celebrated writers in the world. His stories often carry moral lessons and explore themes of love, friendship, and personal growth. Andersen's works have been translated into numerous languages and continue to inspire readers of all ages with their timeless appeal and enchanting storytelling.

    When was Hans Christian Andersen born?
A) 1798
B) 1820
C) 1812
D) 1805
  • 2. In which country was Hans Christian Andersen born?
A) Norway
B) Germany
C) Sweden
D) Denmark
  • 3. Which famous novel by Hans Christian Andersen features a young mermaid?
A) The Little Mermaid
B) The Ugly Duckling
C) The Snow Queen
D) The Emperor's New Clothes
  • 4. What is the title of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale about a tin soldier?
A) The Resolute Tin Soldier
B) The Loyal Tin Soldier
C) The Brave Tin Soldier
D) The Steadfast Tin Soldier
  • 5. What was Hans Christian Andersen's occupation?
A) Author
B) Actor
C) Painter
D) Composer
  • 6. In Andersen's fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea', how many mattresses did the princess sleep on?
A) 5
B) 20
C) 50
D) 10
  • 7. What is the title of Andersen's fairy tale about a talking nightingale?
A) The Nightingale
B) The Melodious Nightingale
C) The Chirping Nightbird
D) The Singing Bird
  • 8. Which year did Hans Christian Andersen pass away?
A) 1850
B) 1860
C) 1885
D) 1875
  • 9. Which fairy tale by Andersen is about a young girl who sells matches in the street?
A) The Fire-lighter
B) The Candle Seller
C) The Little Match Girl
D) The Sparkling Matches
  • 10. What famous building did Hans Christian Andersen most likely base his story 'The Tinderbox' on?
A) Big Ben
B) Eiffel Tower
C) Colosseum
D) Kronborg Castle
  • 11. What is the title of the fairy tale by Andersen about a selfish fir tree?
A) The Fir Tree
B) The Pine Tree
C) The Evergreen
D) The Spruce
  • 12. What does the little mermaid trade to the sea witch for a chance to have legs?
A) Her Voice
B) Her Fins
C) Her Eyes
D) Her Hair
  • 13. What is the name of the villainous character in 'The Little Mermaid'?
A) Maleficent
B) Ursula
C) Cruella de Vil
D) Evil Queen
  • 14. What is the title of the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen involving dancing shoes?
A) The Wild Swans
B) The Red Shoes
C) The Little Match Girl
D) The Nightingale
  • 15. Which literary genre is Hans Christian Andersen known for?
A) Romance novels
B) Historical fiction
C) Science fiction
D) Fairy tales
  • 16. Which fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen is about a thumb-sized girl who has adventures?
A) Thumbelina
B) The Shadow
C) The Brave Tin Soldier
D) The Red Shoes
  • 17. What was the name of Hans Christian Andersen's autobiography?
A) The Adventures of a Storyteller
B) The Fairy Tale of My Life
C) Journey into Imagination
D) Memoirs of a Danish Writer
  • 18. What is the name of the famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a girl who could feel a pea beneath multiple mattresses?
A) The Little Match Girl
B) The Steadfast Tin Soldier
C) The Snow Queen
D) The Princess and the Pea
  • 19. In 'The Little Mermaid', what does the mermaid trade her voice for?
A) Eternal beauty
B) Legs
C) A magic wand
D) Immortality
  • 20. Where is Andersen buried?
A) Oslo, Norway
B) Stockholm, Sweden
C) Copenhagen, Denmark
D) Berlin, Germany
  • 21. What is the name of the protagonist in Andersen's fairy tale 'The Snow Queen'?
A) Freya
B) Elsa
C) Gerda
D) Ingrid
  • 22. Which famous Danish author was a contemporary of Hans Christian Andersen?
A) Poul Martin Møller
B) Karen Blixen
C) Isak Dinesen
D) Søren Kierkegaard
  • 23. In Andersen's 'The Red Shoes', what happens to the shoes after Karen puts them on?
A) They Bring Her Wealth
B) They Dance Her to Death
C) They Take Her on a Journey
D) They Lead Her to Love
  • 24. When did Hans Christian Andersen's first fairy tales gain popularity?
A) 1870
B) 1855
C) 1835
D) 1810
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