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The Collected Writings Of Thomas De Quincey
  • 1. What is the title of Thomas De Quincey's most famous work?
A) The Revolt of Islam
B) Confessions of an English Opium-Eater
C) The English Mail-Coach
D) On the Sublime and Beautiful
  • 2. In which year was 'Confessions of an English Opium-Eater' first published?
A) 1801
B) 1831
C) 1821
D) 1851
  • 3. What substance does De Quincey famously discuss in his writings?
A) Tobacco
B) Cocaine
C) Opium
D) Alcohol
  • 4. What theme is prevalent in De Quincey's 'Confessions'?
A) Addiction
B) Isolation
C) Adventure
D) Patriotism
  • 5. In addition to his autobiographical works, what genre did De Quincey often explore?
A) Novels
B) Essays
C) Poetry
D) Short stories
  • 6. What influence did De Quincey have on later writers?
A) Science fiction
B) Psychological exploration
C) Satirical humor
D) Minimalism
  • 7. What aspect of British society does De Quincey critique in his essays?
A) Socialism
B) Feudalism
C) Industrialization
D) Colonialism
  • 8. Which of De Quincey's essays deals with the topic of murder?
A) On Murder Considered as one of the Fine Arts
B) The Confessions
C) The English Mail-Coach
D) The Historical Sketches
  • 9. De Quincey's writing is known for its:
A) Prose style
B) Traditional structure
C) Simple language
D) Use of rhyme
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