- 1. Seabiscuit by Laura Hillenbrand is a captivating narrative that chronicles the unlikely rise of an underdog racehorse during the Great Depression. Published in 1999, the book delves into the intertwined lives of Seabiscuit, a small and unsophisticated thoroughbred with a checkered past, and his team, which includes his unconventional trainer Tom Smith, his devoted owner Charles Howard, and his skilled jockey Red Pollard. Hillenbrand meticulously details the struggles and triumphs of each character, exploring themes of perseverance, redemption, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Seabiscuit's ascent from obscurity to national hero captivates readers, symbolizing hope and resilience amidst widespread despair. Hillenbrand's rich, immersive storytelling not only highlights the excitement and drama of horse racing but also reflects the broader societal challenges of the era, making Seabiscuit a profound and resonant tale of compassion and tenacity.
Who is the author of 'Seabiscuit'?
A) Laura Hillenbrand
B) Ernest Hemingway
C) Mark Twain
D) F. Scott Fitzgerald
- 2. What type of animal is Seabiscuit?
A) Cat
B) Horse
C) Bird
D) Dog
- 3. Whose career did Seabiscuit help revive?
A) Red Pollard
B) Charles Howard
C) Tom Smith
D) George Woolf
- 4. Who was Seabiscuit's trainer?
A) Tom Smith
B) Charles Howard
C) George Woolf
D) Red Pollard
- 5. Where was Seabiscuit usually stabled?
A) New York
B) Kentucky
C) California
D) Florida
- 6. Who was Seabiscuit's owner?
A) Red Pollard
B) Tom Smith
C) George Woolf
D) Charles Howard
- 7. What year was Seabiscuit foaled?
A) 1929
B) 1940
C) 1935
D) 1933
- 8. What was a major theme of 'Seabiscuit'?
A) Horse training methods
B) Overcoming adversity
C) Family fortune
D) Racing strategy
- 9. What was Red Pollard’s profession?
A) Trainer
B) Owner
C) Veterinarian
D) Jockey
- 10. Who was the horse Seabiscuit raced against in the Match Race?
A) War Admiral
B) Secretariat
C) Man o' War
D) Citation
- 11. What kind of horse was Seabiscuit classified as?
A) Thoroughbred
B) Standardbred
C) Quarter Horse
D) Arabian
- 12. How did Seabiscuit impact American culture?
A) Representation of wealth
B) Icon of luxury
C) Example of failure
D) Symbol of hope
- 13. What eventually happened to Seabiscuit?
A) He continued racing
B) He was put down
C) He retired and lived on a farm
D) He was sold to another owner
- 14. What film was based on Laura Hillenbrand's book 'Seabiscuit'?
A) Seabiscuit (2003)
B) The Black Stallion (1979)
C) Secretariat (2010)
D) Dreamer (2005)
- 15. What did Seabiscuit’s story represent during the Great Depression?
A) Despair and loss
B) Isolation and fear
C) Hope and perseverance
D) Wealth and luxury
- 16. Which year did Seabiscuit gain national fame?
A) 1935
B) 1940
C) 1938
D) 1936
- 17. What inspired the public's interest in Seabiscuit?
A) His family lineage
B) His speed records
C) His underdog story
D) His luxurious stabling
- 18. Seabiscuit is often associated with which event?
A) Great Depression
B) Prohibition
C) World War II
D) The Roaring Twenties
- 19. What year was the book 'Seabiscuit' published?
A) 2003
B) 1999
C) 2001
D) 2005
- 20. In what decade did Seabiscuit gain fame?
A) 1930s
B) 1950s
C) 1920s
D) 1940s
- 21. What was unique about Seabiscuit's training?
A) Extensive conditioning
B) Military discipline
C) Unconventional methods
D) High-tech gadgets
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