- 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) Harry Ludlam
B) Elizabeth Miller
C) Vlad the Impaler
D) Bram Stoker
- 2. Which famous actor did Bram Stoker work with for many years?
A) Henry Irving
B) Edmund Kean
C) Laurence Olivier
D) John Barrymore
- 3. Where was Bram Stoker born?
A) Transylvania, Romania
B) Dublin, Ireland
C) London, England
D) Whitby, England
- 4. Which famous London theatre did Stoker manage?
A) Old Vic
B) Globe Theatre
C) Lyceum Theatre
D) Drury Lane
- 5. What year was 'Dracula' first published?
A) 1887
B) 1897
C) 1907
D) 1917
- 6. What was the name of Bram Stoker's wife?
A) Mina Harker
B) Ellen Terry
C) Florence Balcombe
D) Charlotte Stoker
- 7. Which famous author was Florence Balcombe previously involved with?
A) Arthur Conan Doyle
B) Oscar Wilde
C) H.G. Wells
D) Rudyard Kipling
- 8. How many novels did Bram Stoker write in total?
A) 5
B) 12
C) 8
D) 15
- 9. Which scholar is credited with introducing Stoker to Vlad the Impaler?
A) Arminius Vambery
B) Emily Gerard
C) Wilhelm Meinhold
D) Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
- 10. What was the original title Stoker considered for 'Dracula'?
A) The Un-Dead
B) Count Wampyr
C) The Blood-Drinkers
D) The Vampire
- 11. What year did Bram Stoker die?
A) 1905
B) 1915
C) 1920
D) 1912
- 12. Who inherited the copyright to Dracula after Stoker's death?
A) The British Museum
B) His son Noel
C) His brother George
D) His widow Florence
- 13. What was the name of Stoker's only child?
A) Arthur
B) Quincey
C) Jonathan
D) Noel
- 14. Which university did Bram Stoker attend?
A) Cambridge University
B) Oxford University
C) Trinity College Dublin
D) University of London
- 15. How long did it take Stoker to write Dracula?
A) Ten years
B) One year
C) Three years
D) Seven years
- 16. What was the initial critical reception to Dracula?
A) Immediate bestseller
B) Completely ignored
C) Mixed but generally positive
D) Overwhelmingly negative
- 17. Which of Stoker's other novels features a female vampire?
A) The Lair of the White Worm
B) The Jewel of Seven Stars
C) The Lady of the Shroud
D) The Mystery of the Sea
- 18. What real historical figure is the primary subject of Ludlam's biography?
A) Count Elizabeth Bathory
B) Vlad the Impaler
C) Prince Charles
D) Ivan the Terrible
- 19. Vlad the Impaler was a prince of which region?
A) Bukovina
B) Transylvania
C) Wallachia
D) Moldavia
- 20. What was Vlad III's father's name?
A) Mircea the Elder
B) Vlad II Dracul
C) Stephen the Great
D) Radu the Handsome
- 21. Which empire was Vlad III's primary enemy?
A) The Austrian Empire
B) The Holy Roman Empire
C) The Ottoman Empire
D) The Russian Empire
- 22. How did Vlad III die according to historical accounts?
A) Killed in battle
B) Died of old age
C) Executed by the Ottomans
D) Assassinated by his men
- 23. What year did Vlad III die?
A) 1492
B) 1480
C) 1476
D) 1456
- 24. Which author famously used Vlad as inspiration for Count Dracula?
A) Edgar Allan Poe
B) H.P. Lovecraft
C) Bram Stoker
D) Mary Shelley
- 25. Where is Vlad III believed to be buried?
A) Poenari Castle
B) Snagov Monastery
C) Bran 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) Ottoman court
D) Hungarian court
- 27. What was the name of Vlad's brother who fought against him?
A) Vlad the Monk
B) Mircea II
C) Radu the Handsome
D) Stephen the Great
- 28. What was the name of the 1462 night attack where Vlad infiltrated the Ottoman camp?
A) The Turkish Assault
B) The Midnight Raid
C) The Impaler's Strike
D) The Night Attack
- 29. How long was Vlad's first reign as prince of Wallachia?
A) Two months
B) One year
C) Three months
D) Six years
- 30. Vlad was imprisoned for several years by which Hungarian king?
A) Louis I
B) Sigismund
C) Matthias Corvinus
D) Charles I
- 31. Which character in Stoker's novel is Dracula's first victim in England?
A) Lucy Westenra
B) Renfield
C) Mina Murray
D) Jonathan Harker
- 32. What profession does Jonathan Harker have in 'Dracula'?
A) Solicitor
B) Professor
C) Journalist
D) Doctor
- 33. Who leads the group that hunts Dracula in the novel?
A) John Seward
B) Quincey Morris
C) Abraham Van Helsing
D) Jonathan Harker
- 34. How can Dracula be killed according to the novel?
A) Decapitation and stake
B) Drowning
C) Fire only
D) Silver bullet
- 35. What protects people from vampires in the novel?
A) Iron
B) Garlic
C) Salt
D) Silver
- 36. How does Dracula travel to England?
A) By mist
B) By bat
C) By ship
D) By carriage
- 37. Where is Dracula ultimately defeated?
A) Budapest
B) Transylvania
C) London
D) Whitby
- 38. In what century did Vlad the Impaler live?
A) 16th century
B) 13th century
C) 14th century
D) 15th century
- 39. How old was Vlad when he first became prince?
A) 21
B) 25
C) 30
D) 17
- 40. How many times did Vlad rule Wallachia?
A) Two
B) Four
C) One
D) Three
- 41. What was Vlad's religion?
A) Roman Catholic
B) Muslim
C) Protestant
D) Eastern Orthodox
- 42. What was Vlad's military strategy against the Ottomans?
A) Naval warfare
B) Guerrilla warfare
C) Siege warfare
D) Cavalry charges
- 43. What happened to Vlad's first wife?
A) Execution
B) Natural death
C) Suicide
D) Murder
- 44. What modern country contains Vlad's principality?
A) Bulgaria
B) Hungary
C) Romania
D) Serbia
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