Quiz on Oscar Wilde, Narcissus, and Faustian Bargains

Where was Oscar Wilde born?

• Dublin, Ireland

• London, England

• Paris, France

• New York, USA

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What is Oscar Wilde best known for?

• His plays

• His novels

• His essays

• His poetry

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What is the title of Oscar Wilde's only novel?

• The Importance of Being Earnest

• Lady Windermere's Fan

• An Ideal Husband

• The Picture of Dorian Gray

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What is the main theme of The Picture of Dorian Gray?

• Morality

• Beauty

• Corruption

• All of the above

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What was the consequence of Oscar Wilde's conviction in 1895?

• Imprisonment

• Exile

• Death

• Fame

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Why was Oscar Wilde arrested?

• Because he was a thief.

• Because his books were terrible.

• Because he had a boyfriend.

• Because he killed someone.

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What is a Faustian Bargain?

• A deal with the devil

• A deal with a fairy

• A deal with a wizard

• A deal with a vampire

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What is the typical outcome of a Faustian Bargain?

• The villain's defeat

• The villain's victory

• The hero's defeat

• The hero's victory

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What is the main benefit sought in a Faustian Bargain?

• Power

• Wealth

• Knowledge

• Revenge

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What is the typical nature of entities granting Faustian Bargains?

• Malevolent

• Benevolent

• Indifferent

• Compassionate

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