The Passion According to G.H. by Clarice Lispector
- 1. The Passion According to G.H. is a profound and introspective novel by Brazilian author Clarice Lispector, first published in 1964. The narrative unfolds as a stream of consciousness, delving into the psyche of G.H., a successful sculptor who confronts her existential fears and the essence of her own being during a moment of crisis in her apartment. The story begins when G.H. moves to clean out the room of her housekeeper, who suddenly quits. In this seemingly mundane act, she discovers a strange and unsettling encounter with a cockroach, which becomes a catalyst for a philosophical exploration of identity, existence, and the nature of reality. As G.H. grapples with her aversion to the creature, she experiences a powerful transformation that leads her to question the boundaries of her self and the interconnectedness of life. Through lyrical prose and innovative narrative techniques, Lispector poignantly captures G.H.'s emotional turmoil and spiritual awakening, making the novel a rich tapestry of human experience, infused with themes of detachment, passion, and the search for truth in a chaotic world.
What is G.H.’s profession?
A) Painter
B) Writer
C) Sculptor
D) Musician
- 2. What does G.H. encounter in the closet?
A) A lizard
B) A cockroach
C) A spider
D) A mouse
- 3. What type of narrative perspective is used in the novel?
A) First-person
B) Third-person
C) Omniscient
D) Second-person
- 4. What does G.H. struggle with throughout the novel?
A) Career doubts
B) Financial issues
C) Identity and existence
D) Love and relationships
- 5. Where does the story take place?
A) In a hotel
B) In G.H.'s apartment
C) In the countryside
D) In G.H.'s studio
- 6. What does G.H. ultimately confront?
A) Her family issues
B) Societal norms
C) Her past mistakes
D) The nature of being
- 7. The novel is primarily set in which country?
A) Brazil
B) Argentina
C) Portugal
D) France
- 8. What does the title 'The Passion According to G.H.' imply?
A) A collective story
B) An objective recounting of passion
C) A historical narrative
D) A subjective experience of passion
- 9. Which narrative technique does Lispector employ to express G.H.'s thoughts?
A) Descriptions
B) Letters
C) Introspection
D) Dialogue
- 10. What literary technique does Lispector use often?
A) Direct narration
B) Dialogue-heavy narratives
C) Metaphor and symbolism
D) Exposition-heavy narratives
- 11. What literary style is Lispector known for?
A) Gothic fiction
B) Magical realism
C) Stream of consciousness
D) Epic poetry
- 12. What does G.H. begin to question during her encounter?
A) Her relationships
B) Her artistic skills
C) Her family history
D) Her perception of reality
- 13. Who is the author of 'The Passion According to G.H.'?
A) Clarice Lispector
B) Machado de Assis
C) Gabriel García Márquez
D) Jorge Amado
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