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The Pillars of Earth by Ken Follett (1989)
Contributed by: Rooney
  • 1. Who is the author of the book 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Stephen King
B) George Orwell
C) Ken Follett
D) J.K. Rowling
  • 2. In which year was 'The Pillars of the Earth' published?
A) 1999
B) 1989
C) 2009
D) 1979
  • 3. Where is the setting of 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Germany
B) England
C) Italy
D) France
  • 4. What is the primary focus of 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Space exploration
B) Spy thriller
C) Construction of a cathedral
D) Romantic comedy
  • 5. Who is the main protagonist in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Aliena
B) Philip
C) William Hamleigh
D) Tom Builder
  • 6. Which character is known for her strong will and ambition in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Tom Builder
B) Jack Jackson
C) Prior Philip
D) Aliena
  • 7. Who is the main antagonist in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Tom Builder
B) Richard Sharpe
C) William Hamleigh
D) Jonathan Strange
  • 8. Which city serves as a central location in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Kingsbridge
B) Oxford
C) London
D) Canterbury
  • 9. What profession does Tom Builder have in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Monk
B) Merchant
C) Blacksmith
D) Master Builder
  • 10. Who is the prior of Kingsbridge in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Robert
B) Francis
C) Philip
D) Arthur
  • 11. What significant structure is being constructed in Kingsbridge in 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) Library
B) Castle
C) Aqueduct
D) Cathedral
  • 12. Who becomes the king of England towards the end of 'The Pillars of the Earth'?
A) John I
B) Edward IV
C) Richard III
D) Henry II
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