- 1. A Biography of Dracula by Harry Ludlam is a fascinating exploration of the cultural and historical significance of Bram Stoker's iconic creation, Count Dracula. This comprehensive biography delves into the life of the literary figure and the inspiration behind him, tracing the origins of the vampire legend from Eastern European folklore to its adaptation in Stoker's seminal 1897 novel. Ludlam meticulously examines the impact of gothic literature on modern horror and the evolution of the vampire archetype across various media, highlighting how Dracula has become a symbol of fear, seduction, and the conflict between civilization and the primal instincts of humanity. Through detailed analyses of Stoker's life, the societal context of the Victorian era, and the various adaptations of Dracula in film, theater, and popular culture, Ludlam sheds light on the enduring legacy of the character and how it reflects the anxieties and desires of its time. The biography is not only a tribute to Stoker’s literary genius but also an insightful commentary on how Dracula has transcended generations, shaping the genre and influencing countless narratives about the supernatural, making it a vital read for fans of horror literature and cultural studies alike.
Who is the author of 'A Biography of Dracula'?
A) Bram Stoker
B) Vlad the Impaler
C) Harry Ludlam
D) Elizabeth Miller
- 2. Which famous actor did Bram Stoker work with for many years?
A) Henry Irving
B) Laurence Olivier
C) Edmund Kean
D) John Barrymore
- 3. Where was Bram Stoker born?
A) Dublin, Ireland
B) Whitby, England
C) Transylvania, Romania
D) London, England
- 4. Which famous London theatre did Stoker manage?
A) Globe Theatre
B) Lyceum Theatre
C) Drury Lane
D) Old Vic
- 5. What year was 'Dracula' first published?
A) 1897
B) 1917
C) 1907
D) 1887
- 6. What was the name of Bram Stoker's wife?
A) Florence Balcombe
B) Mina Harker
C) Charlotte Stoker
D) Ellen Terry
- 7. Which famous author was Florence Balcombe previously involved with?
A) Rudyard Kipling
B) Arthur Conan Doyle
C) H.G. Wells
D) Oscar Wilde
- 8. How many novels did Bram Stoker write in total?
A) 12
B) 15
C) 8
D) 5
- 9. Which scholar is credited with introducing Stoker to Vlad the Impaler?
A) Emily Gerard
B) Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
C) Arminius Vambery
D) Wilhelm Meinhold
- 10. What was the original title Stoker considered for 'Dracula'?
A) Count Wampyr
B) The Vampire
C) The Blood-Drinkers
D) The Un-Dead
- 11. What year did Bram Stoker die?
A) 1912
B) 1920
C) 1915
D) 1905
- 12. Who inherited the copyright to Dracula after Stoker's death?
A) His son Noel
B) The British Museum
C) His brother George
D) His widow Florence
- 13. What was the name of Stoker's only child?
A) Jonathan
B) Noel
C) Arthur
D) Quincey
- 14. Which university did Bram Stoker attend?
A) Oxford University
B) University of London
C) Cambridge University
D) Trinity College Dublin
- 15. How long did it take Stoker to write Dracula?
A) Seven years
B) Ten years
C) Three years
D) One year
- 16. What was the initial critical reception to Dracula?
A) Completely ignored
B) Mixed but generally positive
C) Overwhelmingly negative
D) Immediate bestseller
- 17. Which of Stoker's other novels features a female vampire?
A) The Lair of the White Worm
B) The Lady of the Shroud
C) The Jewel of Seven Stars
D) The Mystery of the Sea
- 18. What real historical figure is the primary subject of Ludlam's biography?
A) Count Elizabeth Bathory
B) Prince Charles
C) Vlad the Impaler
D) Ivan the Terrible
- 19. Vlad the Impaler was a prince of which region?
A) Moldavia
B) Bukovina
C) Transylvania
D) Wallachia
- 20. What was Vlad III's father's name?
A) Radu the Handsome
B) Vlad II Dracul
C) Stephen the Great
D) Mircea the Elder
- 21. Which empire was Vlad III's primary enemy?
A) The Holy Roman Empire
B) The Russian Empire
C) The Ottoman Empire
D) The Austrian Empire
- 22. How did Vlad III die according to historical accounts?
A) Assassinated by his men
B) Killed in battle
C) Executed by the Ottomans
D) Died of old age
- 23. What year did Vlad III die?
A) 1480
B) 1456
C) 1476
D) 1492
- 24. Which author famously used Vlad as inspiration for Count Dracula?
A) Bram Stoker
B) H.P. Lovecraft
C) Edgar Allan Poe
D) Mary Shelley
- 25. Where is Vlad III believed to be buried?
A) Bran Castle
B) Snagov Monastery
C) Poenari Castle
D) Curtea de Arges
- 26. Vlad spent part of his youth as a hostage in which court?
A) Polish court
B) Russian court
C) Hungarian court
D) Ottoman court
- 27. What was the name of Vlad's brother who fought against him?
A) Stephen the Great
B) Vlad the Monk
C) Radu the Handsome
D) Mircea II
- 28. What was the name of the 1462 night attack where Vlad infiltrated the Ottoman camp?
A) The Midnight Raid
B) The Turkish Assault
C) The Impaler's Strike
D) The Night Attack
- 29. How long was Vlad's first reign as prince of Wallachia?
A) One year
B) Two months
C) Six years
D) Three months
- 30. Vlad was imprisoned for several years by which Hungarian king?
A) Matthias Corvinus
B) Louis I
C) Charles I
D) Sigismund
- 31. Which character in Stoker's novel is Dracula's first victim in England?
A) Jonathan Harker
B) Renfield
C) Lucy Westenra
D) Mina Murray
- 32. What profession does Jonathan Harker have in 'Dracula'?
A) Professor
B) Journalist
C) Solicitor
D) Doctor
- 33. Who leads the group that hunts Dracula in the novel?
A) John Seward
B) Jonathan Harker
C) Quincey Morris
D) Abraham Van Helsing
- 34. How can Dracula be killed according to the novel?
A) Decapitation and stake
B) Silver bullet
C) Drowning
D) Fire only
- 35. What protects people from vampires in the novel?
A) Silver
B) Garlic
C) Iron
D) Salt
- 36. How does Dracula travel to England?
A) By carriage
B) By ship
C) By mist
D) By bat
- 37. Where is Dracula ultimately defeated?
A) Whitby
B) London
C) Budapest
D) Transylvania
- 38. In what century did Vlad the Impaler live?
A) 13th century
B) 16th century
C) 14th century
D) 15th century
- 39. How old was Vlad when he first became prince?
A) 30
B) 25
C) 21
D) 17
- 40. How many times did Vlad rule Wallachia?
A) Three
B) Two
C) One
D) Four
- 41. What was Vlad's religion?
A) Muslim
B) Protestant
C) Eastern Orthodox
D) Roman Catholic
- 42. What was Vlad's military strategy against the Ottomans?
A) Naval warfare
B) Guerrilla warfare
C) Cavalry charges
D) Siege warfare
- 43. What happened to Vlad's first wife?
A) Suicide
B) Natural death
C) Murder
D) Execution
- 44. What modern country contains Vlad's principality?
A) Bulgaria
B) Hungary
C) Serbia
D) Romania
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