Famous Poets of the Pre-Islamic Era

Who is known as the father of Arabic poetry?

• Nizar Qabbani

• Imru' al-Qais

• Abu Nuwas

• Al-Mutanabbi

Which poet is famous for his elegy on the death of his brother?

• Alfred Lord Tennyson

• William Wordsworth

• Robert Frost

• John Keats

What is the name of the poet who composed the Mu'allaqat?

• Imru' al-Qais

• Khalil Gibran

• Al-Mutanabbi

• Nizar Qabbani

Which pre-Islamic poet is known for his love poetry and was a contemporary of Imru' al-Qais?

• Al-Khansa

• Antara ibn Shaddad

• Al-Farazdaq

• Abu Nuwas

Who was the poet that famously criticized the tribes of his time in his verses?

• Nizar Qabbani

• Al-Mutanabbi

• Khalil Gibran

• Imru' al-Qais

Which poet is recognized for his contributions to the themes of bravery and valor?

• William Wordsworth

• Alfred Lord Tennyson

• Emily Dickinson

• Robert Frost

What is the significance of the Mu'allaqat in Arabic literature?

• The Mu'allaqat are significant as masterpieces of pre-Islamic Arabic poetry, reflecting cultural values and influencing later literature.

• The Mu'allaqat are primarily historical documents with no literary value.

• The Mu'allaqat were written in the 20th century as a response to modern Arabic poetry.

• The Mu'allaqat are significant for their role in Islamic religious texts.

Who is the poet known for his mastery of the qasida form?

• Nizar Qabbani

• Mahmoud Darwish

• Imru' al-Qais

• Al-Mutanabbi

Which poet's works often reflect the harsh realities of desert life?

• Agha Shahid Ali

• Langston Hughes

• Emily Dickinson

• Robert Frost

What role did poetry play in the social and political life of pre-Islamic Arabia?

• Poetry was primarily used for religious rituals.

• Poetry was a crucial medium for social expression and political commentary in pre-Islamic Arabia.

• Poetry had no significant impact on society.

• Poetry was only a form of entertainment in pre-Islamic Arabia.