Fritz and the Clockwork Story

The video is a review of Philip Pullman's 'Clockwork', a Gothic novella set in a small German town. The story involves characters like Ringleman, a clockmaker, and Fritz, a storyteller. The plot revolves around a tale told by Fritz about Prince Otto and his son Florian, involving themes of clockwork and storytelling. The review highlights the book's Gothic elements, its inward-looking nature, and its symbolism. The reviewer praises the book as a modern classic, suitable for readers over 11, and encourages viewers to read it.

What genre does the reviewer emphasize in the introduction?

• Science Fiction

• Mystery

• Romantic

• Gothic

What is the secondary title of Philip Pullman's 'Clockwork'?

• All Wound Up

• The Clockmaker

• Time's Tale

• Wound Stories

How is 'Clockwork' described in terms of its format?

• A short story

• A poem

• A novella

• A full-length novel

Where is the story of 'Clockwork' set?

• A remote island

• A small French village

• A bustling city

• A small German town

What is Carl's role in the story?

• A prince

• An apprentice clockmaker

• A storyteller

• A doctor

What is Fritz's profession?

• A clockmaker

• A storyteller

• A prince

• A doctor

Who is Prince Otto's son?

• Carl

• Florian

• Ringleman

• Fritz

What unusual condition is Prince Otto found in?

• With a clockwork heart

• Alive

• Frozen

• Missing

Who unexpectedly appears at the inn?

• Fritz

• Prince Otto

• Carl

• Dr. Calminius

What is Fritz's reaction to Dr. Calminius's appearance?

• He welcomes him

• He ignores him

• He leaves the inn

• He throws his story into the fire