- 1. My Family and Other Animals by Gerald Durrell is a delightful autobiography that captures the author's idyllic childhood spent on the enchanting island of Corfu during the 1930s. In this vividly written memoir, Durrell recounts his experiences growing up with his eccentric family, consisting of his mother, brothers, and sister, all of whom bring their unique quirks and charm to the narrative. The story is interwoven with Durrell's passion for the natural world, as he immerses himself in the captivating flora and fauna of the island, delighting in the various animals that he encounters and adopts, including tortoises, birds, and a particularly endearing array of pets. Through a series of humorous and heartwarming anecdotes, Durrell paints a picture of a carefree and adventurous childhood in a paradise teeming with life, while also reflecting on the dynamics of family relationships and the joys of exploration and discovery. This charming book not only showcases Durrell's love of nature but also embodies a nostalgic look back at a simpler time, filled with laughter, love, and the spirit of adventure.
What is the main setting of 'My Family and Other Animals'?
A) A boarding school
B) The English countryside
C) The island of Corfu
D) The African savanna
- 2. Who is the narrator of the book?
A) Larry Durrell
B) Gerald Durrell
C) Roger the dog
D) Mother
- 3. What is the primary focus of the young Gerry's days on Corfu?
A) Learning to play an instrument
B) Helping with the family business
C) Going to school
D) Studying and collecting animals
- 4. Which family member is a budding novelist and intellectual?
A) Larry
B) Margo
C) Mother
D) Leslie
- 5. What is the name of the family's long-suffering maid?
A) Agathi
B) Lugaretzia
C) Spiridoula
D) Maria
- 6. What is the name of Gerry's first, highly protective dog?
A) Quasimodo
B) Puke
C) Roger
D) Widdle
- 7. What is the title of the book's sequel?
A) More Animals and My Family
B) The Corfu Trilogy
C) Birds, Beasts and Relatives
D) Return to Corfu
- 8. Gerry's scorpions escape and are found in whose bedroom?
A) Mother's
B) Leslie's
C) Margo's
D) Larry's
- 9. What is the name of the boatman who becomes a friend to Gerry?
A) Spiro
B) Theodore
C) Kralefsky
D) Achilles
- 10. Which of these is a residence the family lives in on the island?
A) The Strawberry-Pink Villa
B) The Olive Grove House
C) Spiro's Seaside Cottage
D) The Villa Margo
- 11. What is the name of Margo's boyfriend who suffers from acne?
A) Theodore
B) Leslie
C) Sven
D) Peter
- 12. Who often has to mediate the family's many arguments?
A) Roger
B) Spiro
C) Mother
D) Lugaretzia
- 13. What is the predominant tone of the book?
A) Humorous and affectionate
B) Angry and critical
C) Suspenseful and thrilling
D) Tragic and somber
- 14. What is the name of Gerry's other tutor, who keeps birds?
A) Dr. Stephanides
B) Mr. Kralefsky
C) Peter
D) Spiro
- 15. Which sibling is interested in fashion and romance?
A) Leslie
B) Margo
C) Gerald
D) Larry
- 16. The book is a nostalgic account of how many years on Corfu?
A) Two
B) Ten
C) One
D) Five
- 17. What is the profession of Larry Durrell?
A) Biologist
B) Doctor
C) Farmer
D) Writer
- 18. What is the name of Gerry's first tutor on the island?
A) Theodore
B) Spiro
C) George
D) Larry
- 19. Who is the mother of the Durrell family?
A) Elizabeth
B) Victoria
C) Margaret
D) Louisa
- 20. What type of animal is the Magenpies, a pair of which live in Gerry's room?
A) Crows
B) Parrots
C) Magpies
D) Owls
- 21. What is the name of the owl that Gerald adopts?
A) Athena
B) Plato
C) Zeus
D) Ulysses
- 22. What is the name of the tortoise that Gerry acquires?
A) Hercules
B) Titan
C) Achilles
D) Odysseus
- 23. What unfortunate incident involves Margot and a match?
A) She sets her hair on fire
B) She burns Larry's manuscript
C) She burns a hole in the sofa
D) She sets the tablecloth alight
- 24. What type of creature is Quasimodo?
A) A toad
B) A goat
C) A tortoise
D) A pigeon
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