General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
31
Which Russian writer authored *The Master and Margarita*?
Answer:
Mikhail Bulgakov
Bulgakov’s novel blends satire, fantasy, and philosophy.
32
Which American author wrote *East of Eden*?
Answer:
John Steinbeck
Steinbeck’s *East of Eden* reimagines the story of Cain and Abel.
33
Which novel by Gabriel García Márquez tells the story of Florentino and Fermina?
Answer:
Love in the Time of Cholera
It is a sweeping love story set in the Caribbean.
34
Who wrote the feminist classic *A Room of One’s Own*?
Answer:
Virginia Woolf
Woolf argued for women’s creative independence.
35
Which novel by Emily Brontë is set on the Yorkshire moors?
Answer:
Wuthering Heights
Brontë’s only novel is a classic Gothic romance.
36
Who wrote *The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo*?
Answer:
Stieg Larsson
Larsson’s novel introduced Lisbeth Salander and became globally popular.
37
Which novel by Herman Hesse explores duality and spiritual struggle?
Answer:
Steppenwolf
Hesse’s *Steppenwolf* examines inner conflict and self-identity.
38
Which author created the character Hercule Poirot?
Answer:
Dorothy Sayers
Poirot is Christie’s famous Belgian detective.
39
Which Spanish author wrote *The Shadow of the Wind*?
Answer:
Arturo Pérez-Reverte
Zafón’s novel is part of the Cemetery of Forgotten Books series.
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Which novel by Mary Shelley is considered a pioneering work of science fiction?
Answer:
Frankenstein
Shelley’s *Frankenstein* is regarded as an early sci-fi novel exploring creation and ethics.