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Quiz about Up the Literary Escalator
Quiz about Up the Literary Escalator

Up the Literary Escalator Trivia Quiz


All of the literary works contain the word "up". You will be given the author's name and a brief description of the work. Will you remember its title?

A multiple-choice quiz by Emma058. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
Emma058
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
357,647
Updated
Jul 23 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
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Question 1 of 10
1. This piece of literature was written by Roger Morris. The plot is about a Scotland Yard inspector, Silas Quinn, who heads the Special Crimes department in 1914 London. The volatile detective has been assigned the lurid case of male prostitutes who have died by exsanguination. What is the title of this literary work? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. OK, on to the next work of literature. This book is written by Terry Fallis. It is centered around David Stewart, who quickly realizes that the world of international PR is a far cry from his previous job on Parliament Hill. What is the title of this book? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. The next book, a work of historical fiction, was written by Hilary Mantel. By 1535, Thomas Cromwell, the blacksmith's son, must negotiate a deal that will satisfy King Henry and secure his own career. Cromwell must get rid of Anne Boleyn. King Henry wants to marry Jane Seymour. What is this book's title? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This next book was penned by Pattie Mallette. It is about her life and her triumphs dealing with sexual abuse, a teenage pregnancy, and depression. The most amazing triumph is the success of her son, Justin Bieber. What is the title of this book? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. As we age, some of us still want to garden. This book by Mary Moss-Spague gives suggestions to those with arthritis, and lack of space, on how to garden. She explains how trellises, raised beds and containers can help. What is the title of this book? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. The next book is a coming-of-age novel. It was written by Ben Brooks. It is about a high school student, Jasper Wolf, whose only desire is to get high and bed the best looking girls. What is the title of this novel? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. The next literary work is a book by Monica Kulling. It is the fourth book in a series of biographies written for children. This book is about Elisha Otis, the man who invented the elevator and high rises. What is its title? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This next novel is in the supernatural realm, written by Michael Poore. It is about John Scratch, who is the Devil. He tries to lure Arden back to earth, but is unsuccessful. He meets three musicians down on their luck and promises them fame, wealth, and a chance to improve the world's living conditions for their souls. What is this novel's title? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This next book is a biography by a Disc Jockey. The author is Carol Miller, who introduced Bruce Springsteen to the airwaves of New York. She has been recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. What is the title of this biography? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Finally, we come to the last novel. It is a work of fiction dealing with segregation during 1938 in Kentucky. The main character, Olivia Harker, discovers that Cot'ners have been killing young colored men for years. The author of this moving novel is Carolyn Wall. What is the title of this novel? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This piece of literature was written by Roger Morris. The plot is about a Scotland Yard inspector, Silas Quinn, who heads the Special Crimes department in 1914 London. The volatile detective has been assigned the lurid case of male prostitutes who have died by exsanguination. What is the title of this literary work?

Answer: Summon Up The Blood

Silas Quinn may lack scientific gadgets, but he excels at intuition and picking up on people's emotions. He is more likely to shoot the suspect than apprehend him.
2. OK, on to the next work of literature. This book is written by Terry Fallis. It is centered around David Stewart, who quickly realizes that the world of international PR is a far cry from his previous job on Parliament Hill. What is the title of this book?

Answer: Up and Down

During the book, David finds himself suggesting the most out-of-this-world idea imaginable: a Citizen Astronaut lottery that would send one Canadian and one American to the International Space Station.
3. The next book, a work of historical fiction, was written by Hilary Mantel. By 1535, Thomas Cromwell, the blacksmith's son, must negotiate a deal that will satisfy King Henry and secure his own career. Cromwell must get rid of Anne Boleyn. King Henry wants to marry Jane Seymour. What is this book's title?

Answer: Bring Up the Bodies

Mantel's crowning achievement was to make Cromwell not just powerful, but also sympathetic. This book also won the 2012 Man Booker Prize and the 2012 Costa Book of the Year.
4. This next book was penned by Pattie Mallette. It is about her life and her triumphs dealing with sexual abuse, a teenage pregnancy, and depression. The most amazing triumph is the success of her son, Justin Bieber. What is the title of this book?

Answer: Nowhere But Up

In this book, Pattie tells of her deep faith in God and how her faith helped her in her time of need. She presently is bringing the message of hope to other young people in similar situations.
5. As we age, some of us still want to garden. This book by Mary Moss-Spague gives suggestions to those with arthritis, and lack of space, on how to garden. She explains how trellises, raised beds and containers can help. What is the title of this book?

Answer: Stand Up and Garden

One of the nice features of this book is the clearly explained, step-by-step instructions illustrated with numerous line drawings and color photographs. There is also a tip for using low cost dollar store plastic containers.
6. The next book is a coming-of-age novel. It was written by Ben Brooks. It is about a high school student, Jasper Wolf, whose only desire is to get high and bed the best looking girls. What is the title of this novel?

Answer: Grow Up

This author was born in 1992, in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. Despite his young age, he has published five works.
7. The next literary work is a book by Monica Kulling. It is the fourth book in a series of biographies written for children. This book is about Elisha Otis, the man who invented the elevator and high rises. What is its title?

Answer: Going Up!

One of the interesting facts in the book is that Elisha Otis demonstrated at the Crystal Palace of the 1854 World's Fair, in New York, how the elevator worked. This demonstration convinced the audience of the viability of elevators and paved the way for skyscrapers.
8. This next novel is in the supernatural realm, written by Michael Poore. It is about John Scratch, who is the Devil. He tries to lure Arden back to earth, but is unsuccessful. He meets three musicians down on their luck and promises them fame, wealth, and a chance to improve the world's living conditions for their souls. What is this novel's title?

Answer: Up Jumps The Devil

The author has written a number of short stories. His story "Blood Dauber" was nominated for the Sturgeon Award. "Up Jumps the Devil" is his first novel.
9. This next book is a biography by a Disc Jockey. The author is Carol Miller, who introduced Bruce Springsteen to the airwaves of New York. She has been recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. What is the title of this biography?

Answer: Up All Night

Miller earned a law degree from Hofstra University. She is still a DJ today in New York.
10. Finally, we come to the last novel. It is a work of fiction dealing with segregation during 1938 in Kentucky. The main character, Olivia Harker, discovers that Cot'ners have been killing young colored men for years. The author of this moving novel is Carolyn Wall. What is the title of this novel?

Answer: Sweeping Up Glass

As an Artist-in-Residence for the Oklahoma Arts Council, Carolyn Wall has taught creative writing to over 4,000 children in her home state of Oklahoma. She is also the only writer to have the distinction of receiving the regional Oklahoma Writers Federation Inc.'s coveted crème-de-la-crème award twice.
Source: Author Emma058

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