Life, Works of Samuel Richardson and Historical Context

When was Samuel Richardson born?

• 1689

• 1689

• 1689

• 1789

What was Richardson's primary occupation before becoming a novelist?

• Chef and baker
• Printer and publisher
• Teacher and librarian
• Architect and engineer

Which city was Samuel Richardson primarily associated with?

• Paris
• New York
• London
• Rome

How many children did Samuel Richardson have?

• Nine

• Two

• Six

• Twelve

In which year did Samuel Richardson die?

• 1774

• 1755

• 1761

• 1768

Which was the first novel written by Samuel Richardson?

• Clarissa

• Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded

• Sir Charles Grandison

• The History of Tom Jones

What is the full title of Richardson's novel "Pamela"?

• Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded

• Pamela, or the Reform of a Rake

• Pamela, or the Trials of Innocence

• Pamela, or the Virtuous Maid

"Clarissa" is considered one of Richardson's major works. What is its full title?

• Clarissa, or, The Life of a Young Lady
• Clarissa, or, The Tale of a Young Lady
• Clarissa, or, The Adventures of a Young Lady
• Clarissa, or, The History of a Young Lady

Which of Richardson's works is known for its epistolary format, composed entirely of letters?

• Emma
• Sense and Sensibility
• Pamela
• Mansfield Park

What major theme is commonly explored in Richardson's novels?

• Exploration of outer space
• Historical events in ancient Rome
• Cooking recipes
• Social dynamics and relationships among characters