Historical Fiction - The Ruby in the Smoke

What is the central mystery that Sally Lockhart tries to solve?

• The circumstances of her father's death

• The theft of a valuable ruby

• The identity of her parents

• The location of a hidden treasure

What genre does 'The Ruby in the Smoke' belong to?

• Science Fiction

• Mystery

• Fantasy

• Romance

What is the historical setting of 'The Ruby in the Smoke'?

• Ancient Greece

• Victorian England

• Renaissance Italy

• Feudal Japan

What is the historical significance of the Penny Dreadfuls mentioned in the book?

• They were a form of popular entertainment

• They were used as currency

• They were banned by the government

• They were religious texts

In which city does most of the story take place?

• Paris

• London

• New York

• Berlin

What is the significance of the title 'The Ruby in the Smoke'?

• It refers to a stolen gem in the story

• It symbolizes a mysterious event

• It's a metaphor for the opium trade

• It has no significance

Which historical figure is mentioned or plays a role in the plot?

• Queen Victoria

• Leonardo da Vinci

• William Shakespeare

• Cleopatra

Who wrote 'The Ruby in the Smoke'?

• J.K. Rowling

• Charles Dickens

• Agatha Christie

• Philip Pullman

Who is the main protagonist in the story?

• Lord Asriel

• Sally Lockhart

• Lyra Belacqua

• Mrs. Coulter

How does historical fiction contribute to our understanding of the past?

• By providing accurate historical facts

• By presenting fictionalized narratives based on historical events

• By avoiding historical elements altogether

• By relying on fantasy elements