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Quiz about Popular Literature Old and New
Quiz about Popular Literature Old and New

Popular Literature Old and New Quiz


The heart of this quiz is popular literature past and present. Many of these books have translated to the big screen.

A multiple-choice quiz by tag2371. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
tag2371
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
365,227
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
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Question 1 of 10
1. In 2011 the first installment of what eventually would become an erotic trilogy by a British author was self-published as an ebook. Soon it rocketed to the top of the New York Times ebook and print bestseller lists, earning it a contract with Vintage Books. Who is the successful, but rather naughty author who thrilled readers with her many hues of a certain color?
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Question 2 of 10
2. Due to an e. coli meningitis-related seizure a neurosurgeon fell into a coma for seven days. What is the title of the slightly controversial first person narrative sub-titled "A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife" which he wrote about his near death experience, a book that has continued to fascinate readers?
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Question 3 of 10
3. Through her production company Pacific Standard, actress Reese Witherspoon purchased the rights to which novel written by Gillian Flynn, who also adapted her work into a screenplay?
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Question 4 of 10
4. Shortly after the initial release of "Fifty Shades of Grey", "Bared to You", a book with a similar theme, was published as the first installation of the "Crossfire" series. Which author penned this novel as well as its follow-ups "Reflected in You" and "Entwined with You"?
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Question 5 of 10
5. Born in 1917 to Italian parents, Louis Zamperini grew to become a World War II hero and eventually a Christian inspirational speaker focusing on the significance of forgiveness in life. Which author listed below is responsible for "Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption", a nonfiction account of Mr Zamperini's life?
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Question 6 of 10
6. Dare to time travel, fellow trivia buffs! Passing through a portal inside a diner's pantry, you are transported back to September 9 1958, yet the more important date which this novel focuses on is November 22 1963. Which author, usually known for his horror stories, made the grade when he wrote about the assassination of the 35th US-President?
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Question 7 of 10
7. It was this author's first published novel and yet it became an instant bestseller: Boosting tissue sales everywhere, this tear jerker of a book is about two soul mates whose love transcends several decades. Who is the author of this love story entitled "The Notebook"?
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Question 8 of 10
8. Which of the following very popular authors publishes an average of two to three novels a year? A few installations of his well known "Alex Cross" series have also been turned into movies.
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Question 9 of 10
9. A different perspective of life after death is offered by this work: What is the title of the book that recounts the experiences of a pastor's child while on the operating table and which deals with his direct encounters with the afterlife?
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Question 10 of 10
10. No doubt, Dracula would snub the mere idea to refuse human blood: Which book about a vegetarian vampire and his soul mate spawned a number of sequels as well as a successful movie franchise?
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1. In 2011 the first installment of what eventually would become an erotic trilogy by a British author was self-published as an ebook. Soon it rocketed to the top of the New York Times ebook and print bestseller lists, earning it a contract with Vintage Books. Who is the successful, but rather naughty author who thrilled readers with her many hues of a certain color?

Answer: E.L. James

The "Fifty Shades" trilogy includes "Fifty Shades of Grey" , "Fifty Shades Darker", and "Fifty Shades Freed" and began as fan-fiction for "Twilight" fans. The complete work titled "Master of the Universe" was broken down into three parts for the books. Great literature or not, these works have continued to be successful and are still read by many readers today.
2. Due to an e. coli meningitis-related seizure a neurosurgeon fell into a coma for seven days. What is the title of the slightly controversial first person narrative sub-titled "A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife" which he wrote about his near death experience, a book that has continued to fascinate readers?

Answer: Proof Of Heaven

"Proof of Heaven" hit the shelves in 2012. It tells the story of Eben Alexander's near death experience and how it changed his life. "Heaven Is For Real" was written by Todd Burpo, "Appointment With Heaven" by Dr. Reggie Anderson and "Heaven or Bust" is purely fictional.
3. Through her production company Pacific Standard, actress Reese Witherspoon purchased the rights to which novel written by Gillian Flynn, who also adapted her work into a screenplay?

Answer: Gone Girl

Gillian Flynn's novel was published in June 2012 and remained number one on the New York Times Bestseller list for eight weeks. The story (influenced by Edward Albee's "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and Zoe Heller's "Notes on a Scandal") centers around a couple's difficult marriage and the disappearance of the wife Amy on their fifth wedding anniversary. Up to the dénouement this thriller's plot is filled with unexpected twists and turns that captured readers and critics alike. Even though Reese Witherspoon served as producer, it was Rosamund Pike who was eventually cast as Amy with Ben Affleck as husband Nick. Directed by David Fincher, the movie was released in fall 2014.
4. Shortly after the initial release of "Fifty Shades of Grey", "Bared to You", a book with a similar theme, was published as the first installation of the "Crossfire" series. Which author penned this novel as well as its follow-ups "Reflected in You" and "Entwined with You"?

Answer: Sylvia Day

In these novels, Japanese-American author Sylvia Day, who claims to still be surprised about the immense popularity of her "Crossfire" series, tells the story of young Eva Tramell and her relationship with the billionaire Gideon Cross, both victims of a sexually abusive past.
Though always deeply rooted in romantic fiction, Day also wrote a large number of other works set in various environments like the historical "Gregorian" series (in which the novels are only loosely linked to each other) or the "Marked" series, belonging more to the Urban Fantasy genre.
5. Born in 1917 to Italian parents, Louis Zamperini grew to become a World War II hero and eventually a Christian inspirational speaker focusing on the significance of forgiveness in life. Which author listed below is responsible for "Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption", a nonfiction account of Mr Zamperini's life?

Answer: Laura Hillenbrand

Laura Hillenbrand is an award winning author who has also penned "Seabiscuit: An American Legend". "Unbroken" is about the hardships experienced by a young man shot down over the Pacific during World War II and his capture and imprisonment by Japanese authorities where he survived two and a half years as a POW before he could return home.
6. Dare to time travel, fellow trivia buffs! Passing through a portal inside a diner's pantry, you are transported back to September 9 1958, yet the more important date which this novel focuses on is November 22 1963. Which author, usually known for his horror stories, made the grade when he wrote about the assassination of the 35th US-President?

Answer: Stephen King

Stephen King's "11/22/63" was released to the public in November 2011 and immediately became a number one bestseller. Set partly in Maine, as are most of Mr. King's books, the story centers around high school teacher Jake Epping who passes through the time portal eager to change the past by foiling the assassination of JFK. Besides the science fiction theme of time travelling, "11/22/63" is also partly a historical novel, very vividly depicting life in the USA during the late 50s and early 60s.
7. It was this author's first published novel and yet it became an instant bestseller: Boosting tissue sales everywhere, this tear jerker of a book is about two soul mates whose love transcends several decades. Who is the author of this love story entitled "The Notebook"?

Answer: Nicholas Sparks

Published in 1997, "The Notebook" opens with an old man reading the story of Noah and Allie to an old lady in a nursing home. As the plot unfurls, it is revealed that this is the story of their own past with the now old Noah fighting the effects of his wife's forgetfulness caused by Alzheimer's disease. In 2004 "The Notebook" was made into a crowd pleasing movie starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as the young Noah and Allie and Gena Rowlands and James Garner as their older counterparts.
8. Which of the following very popular authors publishes an average of two to three novels a year? A few installations of his well known "Alex Cross" series have also been turned into movies.

Answer: James Patterson

So far James Patterson has authored over 20 volumes about his crime fighting Detective Alex Cross, played by Morgan Freeman in the movie adaptations of the first two books of the series "Along Came a Spider" and "Kiss the Girls". Besides the "Alex Cross" series, this very popular novelist with the remarkable output has also created the "Maximum Ride" series as well as the successful "Women's Murder Club" series. He is also the only author I know of to actually have television commercials promote his newest novel.
9. A different perspective of life after death is offered by this work: What is the title of the book that recounts the experiences of a pastor's child while on the operating table and which deals with his direct encounters with the afterlife?

Answer: Heaven Is For Real

"Heaven is for Real - A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back" chronicles the near death experience of the then three-year-old Colton during an emergency surgery in 2003. Written by Pastor Todd Burpo (with the assistance of Lynn Vincent), the book earned some criticism from Christian as well as secular reviewers; nevertheless it has been able to inspire many readers.
10. No doubt, Dracula would snub the mere idea to refuse human blood: Which book about a vegetarian vampire and his soul mate spawned a number of sequels as well as a successful movie franchise?

Answer: Twilight

"Twilight", the first book of the series of the same name penned by Stephanie Meyer, was first published in 2005 and received mixed reviews. With readers though, the young adult novel about the originally 104-year-old vampire Edward Cullen falling in love with young Bella Swan became an enormous success. The vampire-romance story laid out in four books was also turned into a five part movie sensation!
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