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The Pillars of Earth by Ken Follett (1989)
Contributed by: Rooney
  • 1. Who is the author of the book 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Ken Follett
B) George Orwell
C) Stephen King
D) J.K. Rowling
  • 2. In which year was 'The Pillars of the Earth' published?
A) 1979
B) 1989
C) 1999
D) 2009
  • 3. Where is the setting of 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) France
B) Italy
C) Germany
D) England
  • 4. What is the primary focus of 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Space exploration
B) Romantic comedy
C) Spy thriller
D) Construction of a cathedral
  • 5. Which city serves as a central location in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Canterbury
B) Kingsbridge
C) Oxford
D) London
  • 6. What significant structure is being constructed in Kingsbridge in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Aqueduct
B) Cathedral
C) Library
D) Castle
  • 7. What profession does Tom Builder have in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Master Builder
B) Merchant
C) Blacksmith
D) Monk
  • 8. Who is the prior of Kingsbridge in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Arthur
B) Robert
C) Philip
D) Francis
  • 9. Who is the main antagonist in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) William Hamleigh
B) Tom Builder
C) Richard Sharpe
D) Jonathan Strange
  • 10. Who is the main protagonist in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Tom Builder
B) William Hamleigh
C) Aliena
D) Philip
  • 11. Which character is known for her strong will and ambition in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Jack Jackson
B) Prior Philip
C) Tom Builder
D) Aliena
  • 12. Who becomes the king of England towards the end of 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Edward IV
B) John I
C) Henry II
D) Richard III
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