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Essays And Tales by Joseph Addison
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  • 1. In which period did Joseph Addison write?
A) Late 19th century
B) 17th century
C) Early 18th century
D) Early 20th century
  • 2. Which publication is Addison best known for?
A) The Tatler
B) The Guardian
C) The Rambler
D) The Spectator
  • 3. What themes does Addison commonly explore in his essays?
A) Morality and social manners
B) Adventure and travel
C) Science and technology
D) Romance and love
  • 4. Which is one of Addison's enduring contributions to literature?
A) The essay form
B) Romantic poetry
C) Tragedy writing
D) Historiography
  • 5. Addison served as a member of which political position?
A) Ambassador
B) Member of Parliament
C) Prime Minister
D) Judge
  • 6. In which city was Joseph Addison born?
A) Bristol
B) Milston
C) London
D) Oxford
  • 7. What does Addison often emphasize in his discussions?
A) Political conflict
B) Economic power
C) Technological advancement
D) The cultivation of taste
  • 8. Who was Addison's famous collaborator on 'The Spectator'?
A) Jonathan Swift
B) Alexander Pope
C) Samuel Johnson
D) Richard Steele
  • 9. What stylistic feature does Addison employ in his essays?
A) Symbolism
B) Alliteration
C) Imagery
D) Irony
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