- 1. The Golden Compass, originally published as Northern Lights in the UK, is the first book in Philip Pullman's acclaimed His Dark Materials trilogy. Set in a richly imaginative universe that parallels our own but is infused with elements of magic and philosophy, the story follows a brave young girl named Lyra Belacqua. Lyra lives in a world where human souls manifest as animal companions called daemons, which represent their inner selves, and where parallel universes exist. The narrative begins when Lyra overhears a conversation about the mysterious 'Dust', a substance believed to be pivotal in unraveling the mysteries of existence. As she embarks on a quest to rescue her kidnapped friend Roger and uncover the truth behind the nefarious Gobblers who are abducting children, Lyra is drawn into a broader conflict involving powerful forces and the enigmatic organization known as the General Oblation Board. Armed with a magical device called an alethiometer, or golden compass, which helps her discern the truth, Lyra navigates a cosmos filled with adventure, deep personal choices, and moral dilemmas. The Golden Compass not only captivates readers with its exciting plot and memorable characters but also invites them to ponder profound themes such as the nature of knowledge, freedom, and the fundamental essence of human belief, making it a classic work of fantasy literature.
What is the protagonist’s name in 'The Golden Compass'?
A) Mary Malone
B) Lyra Belacqua
C) Marisa Coulter
D) Sophie
- 2. What is the name of Lyra's daemon?
A) Ikki
B) Balthamos
C) Ratter
D) Pantalaimon
- 3. What is Dust in 'The Golden Compass'?
A) A weapon
B) A type of magic
C) A mysterious particle
D) An animal
- 4. Who does Lyra live with at the beginning of the story?
A) Her parents
B) Scholars at Jordan College
C) The Gyptians
D) An orphanage
- 5. What does Lord Asriel want to discover?
A) The source of Dust
B) The location of other worlds
C) The meaning of life
D) The power of daemons
- 6. What is the significance of daemons in the story?
A) They are guardians.
B) They are pets.
C) They are tools.
D) They represent a person's soul.
- 7. What is the role of the Gyptians in the story?
A) They are scholars.
B) They are explorers.
C) They steal from the wealthy.
D) They help rescue kidnapped children.
- 8. What kind of creature is Iorek Byrnison?
A) A bear
B) A wolf
C) A lion
D) An elephant
- 9. Who navigates the airship?
A) Lee Scoresby
B) Lord Asriel
C) Iorek Byrnison
D) Farder Coram
- 10. What does the alethiometer measure?
A) Truth
B) Lies
C) Distance
D) Time
- 11. What is the motivation behind Marisa Coulter’s actions?
A) To reclaim her daughter.
B) Power and control over Dust.
C) To find a partner.
D) To help children.
- 12. What does Lyra learn about her destiny?
A) She will become a queen.
B) She is destined for failure.
C) She has a role in a larger conflict.
D) She must hide from the world.
- 13. What type of world is depicted in 'The Golden Compass'?
A) A futuristic world
B) A fantasy world with no rules
C) A post-apocalyptic world
D) A parallel universe
- 14. Where does Lyra travel to meet various characters?
A) To the Arctic.
B) To Australia.
C) To the Amazon.
D) To Egypt.
- 15. What is the name of Lyra's uncle?
A) The Master
B) John Faa
C) Lord Asriel
D) Farder Coram
- 16. Who helps Lyra in her quest to rescue her friend Roger?
A) The Gyptians
B) The Specters
C) The Authority
D) The Witches
- 17. Who leads the witches in the story?
A) Lyra
B) Serafina Pekkala
C) Mrs. Coulter
D) The Magisterium
- 18. Who ultimately betrays Lyra in the story?
A) Iorek Byrnison
B) Mrs. Coulter
C) Farder Coram
D) Lord Asriel
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