- 1. Fyodor Dostoyevski was a Russian novelist, short story writer, essayist, and philosopher, born on November 11, 1821, in Moscow. He is renowned for his profound explorations of the human psyche and the moral struggles that define human existence. Dostoyevski's works delve into the complexities of faith, redemption, and the nature of free will, often examining the psychological depth of his characters through intense narratives and intricate plots. His seminal novels, including 'Crime and Punishment,' 'The Brothers Karamazov,' and 'The Idiot,' confront existential dilemmas and the clash between rationalism and spirituality, reflecting his own tumultuous life experiences, including his turbulent upbringing, his epilepsy, and his years in prison in Siberia due to political reasons. Dostoyevski's writing was heavily influenced by his encounters with poverty, despair, and the philosophical debates of his time, leading him to generate a distinctive literary style that blends realism with psychological insight. Through his profound and often disturbing portrayals of morality and the human condition, Dostoyevski has left an indelible mark on world literature, influencing countless writers and thinkers in the fields of psychology, philosophy, and theology. He passed away on February 9, 1881, but his legacy endures, with his works continuing to resonate and provoke thought among readers and scholars worldwide.
When did Fyodor Dostoyevski die?
A) October 4, 1900
B) March 15, 1845
C) February 9, 1881
D) June 21, 1859
- 2. How old was Dostoyevski when he died?
A) 59
B) 45
C) 67
D) 52
- 3. Which novel did Dostoyevski complete shortly before his death?
A) Notes from Underground
B) The Brothers Karamazov
C) Crime and Punishment
D) The Idiot
- 4. Dostoyevski is considered one of the greatest novelists of which century?
A) 21st century
B) 18th century
C) 19th century
D) 20th century
- 5. What was the title of Dostoyevski's first novel?
A) Demons
B) Poor Folk
C) The Gambler
D) The Double
- 6. Who among the following was a contemporary of Dostoyevski?
A) Charles Dickens
B) Franz Kafka
C) Leo Tolstoy
D) Virginia Woolf
- 7. What was Dostoyevski's profession before becoming a full-time writer?
A) Engineer
B) Doctor
C) Lawyer
D) Teacher
- 8. In which year was Dostoyevski sentenced to death by a firing squad before receiving a last-minute commutation of his sentence?
A) 1875
B) 1857
C) 1863
D) 1849
- 9. Dostoyevski's novel "Crime and Punishment" is set in which city?
A) Paris
B) London
C) Saint Petersburg
D) Moscow
- 10. What political ideology does Dostoyevski critique in his novel "Demons"?
A) Conservatism
B) Fascism
C) Marxism
D) Nihilism
- 11. For which literary award was Dostoyevski nominated but never won?
A) Pulitzer Prize
B) National Book Award
C) Nobel Prize in Literature
D) Booker Prize
- 12. In which month of 1881 did Fyodor Dostoyevsky die?
A) January
B) December
C) September
D) May
- 13. What was Fyodor Dostoyevsky's nationality?
A) Russian
B) American
C) German
D) French
- 14. Which literary movement is Fyodor Dostoyevsky associated with?
A) Naturalism
B) Modernism
C) Romanticism
D) Realism
- 15. With which character did Dostoyevsky incorrectly share a surname?
A) Renfield
B) Raskolnikov
C) Rochester
D) Robinson
- 16. In Dostoyevsky's 'The Gambler', which character is addicted to gambling?
A) Polina Alexandrovna
B) Alexei Ivanovich
C) Madame de Ferline
D) General Zagloba
- 17. What was Fyodor Dostoyevsky's father's occupation?
A) Doctor
B) Soldier
C) Farmer
D) Lawyer
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