Dorian Gray Quiz

What theme does Basil Hallward's obsession with Dorian Gray's beauty primarily explore?

• The corruption of innocence

• The importance of friendship

• The transient nature of beauty

• The dangers of vanity

How does Lord Henry Wotton influence Dorian Gray in the first ten chapters?

• By encouraging him to pursue a life of virtue

• By warning him about the dangers of vanity

• By introducing him to the pleasures of hedonism

• By teaching him the value of hard work

What is the significance of the portrait painted by Basil Hallward?

• It represents Dorian's true self, unaffected by time or sin.

• It is a gift from Lord Henry to Dorian.

• It symbolizes the superficial nature of society.

• It captures the essence of Dorian's innocence before he is corrupted.

Which character is most directly associated with the theme of influence and manipulation?

• Basil Hallward

• Lord Henry Wotton

• Dorian Gray

• Sibyl Vane

How does Dorian Gray's relationship with Sibyl Vane highlight the theme of superficiality?

• Dorian values Sibyl solely for her acting talent, not for her as a person.

• Dorian and Sibyl share a deep, intellectual connection.

• Dorian encourages Sibyl to pursue a career outside of acting.

• Dorian's affection for Sibyl grows as he gets to know her better.

What does Dorian's wish regarding the portrait reveal about his character?

• His desire to remain innocent and uncorrupted

• His wish to forever maintain his beauty at the expense of his soul

• His hope to become a better person through self-reflection

• His ambition to become a famous artist like Basil

In the context of the first ten chapters, how does Dorian Gray's character begin to change after his wish about the portrait?

• He becomes more compassionate and empathetic.

• He starts to engage in philanthropy.

• He becomes more reckless and indulgent in his pursuits.

• He dedicates his life to studying art and beauty.

What role does the setting of London play in the development of the novel's themes?

• It highlights the contrast between wealth and poverty.

• It serves as a backdrop for Dorian's exploration of hedonism.

• It is irrelevant to the themes of the novel.

• It symbolizes purity and innocence.

How does the character of Basil Hallward contribute to the theme of artistic creation and morality?

• By showing that true art is always moral

• By struggling with the moral implications of his art influencing life

• By using his art to promote hedonistic values

• By rejecting the idea that art should convey any moral message

What does the deterioration of the portrait symbolize in the context of the first ten chapters?

• The inevitable decline of physical beauty

• The loss of innocence and the corruption of the soul

• The permanence of art compared to human life

• The impact of society's judgment on individual identity