Life and Works of Іван Карпенко-Карий

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When was Іван Карпенко-Карий born?

Іван Карпенко-Карий was born on September 17, 1845.

What is the real name of Іван Карпенко-Карий?

Іван Карпенко-Карий's real name is Іван Карпович Тобілевич.

Which movement was Іван Karpenko-Kary affiliated with?

Іван Карпенко-Карий was affiliated with the Ukrainian national-cultural revival movement.

Name one of the most famous plays by Іван Карпенко-Карий.

One of his most famous plays is 'The Master' ("Хазяїн").

What genre of writing is Іван Карпенко-Карий known for?

Іван Карпенко-Карий is known for his drama and plays.

In which year did Іван Карпенко-Карий pass away?

Іван Карпенко-Карий passed away in 1907.

Which themes are prevalent in Іван Карпенко-Карий's works?

Themes of social justice, national identity, and corruption are prevalent in his works.

Which family tradition did Іван Карпенко-Карий follow?

He followed a family tradition of public service, particularly in the cultural sector.

How did Іван Карпенко-Карий contribute to Ukrainian theatre?

He significantly contributed by writing around 18 plays and being actively involved in theatrical performances.

Under which empire did Іван Карпенko-Karий live and create his works?

He lived under the Russian Empire during his lifetime.

Which notable Ukrainian theatre did Іван Карпенко-Karий help establish?

He was instrumental in establishing the Ukrainian Theatre of Coryphaeus.

What is the main setting of many of Іван Карпенко-Karий's plays?

Many plays are set in rural Ukrainian settings, reflecting peasant life.

Did Іван Карпенко-Карий face any political persecution?

Yes, his works and activities occasionally led to censorship and political persecution.

What inspired Іван Карпенко-Karий to write his plays?

His experiences in Ukrainian villages, sociopolitical climate, and national identity inspired his writing.

Which profession did Іван Карпенко-Кarий's family traditionally occupy?

His family traditionally occupied roles in the judiciary and civil service.




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1. When was Іван Карпенко-Карий born?

July 14, 1835

October 23, 1832

September 17, 1845

April 10, 1850

2. What is the real name of Іван Карпенко-Карий?

Іван Олександрович Євдокимович

Іван Карпович Тобілевич

Іван Миколайович Васильєв

Іван Дмитрович Колесник

3. Which movement was Іван Karpenko-Kary affiliated with?

Slavic Cultural Union

Ukrainian national-cultural revival movement

Russian Literary Renaissance

Modernist Theater Movement

4. Name one of the most famous plays by Іван Карпенко-Карий.

'The Master' ("Хазяїн")

'The Government Inspector' ("Ревізор")

'The Forest Song' ("Лісова пісня")

'Evenings on a Farm near Dikanka' ("Вечори на хуторі біля Диканьки")

5. What genre of writing is Іван Карпенко-Карий known for?

Drama and plays

Historical fiction

Poetry and sonnets

Science fiction

6. In which year did Іван Карпенко-Карий pass away?

1912

1895

1907

1920

7. Which themes are prevalent in Іван Карпенко-Карий's works?

Social justice, national identity, and corruption

Romantic adventures and heroic quests

Fantasy and magical realism

Environmental conservation and nature

8. Which family tradition did Іван Карпенко-Карий follow?

Military service

Public service in the cultural sector

Educational reform

Medical practice

9. How did Іван Карпенко-Карий contribute to Ukrainian theatre?

By introducing modern dance sequences

By writing around 18 plays and actively participating in performances

By developing puppet theater acts

By establishing a mime consortium

10. Under which empire did Іван Карпенко-Karий live and create his works?

Austro-Hungarian Empire

Russian Empire

Ottoman Empire

British Empire

11. Which notable Ukrainian theatre did Іван Карпенко-Karий help establish?

Kiev Independent Theater

Ukrainian Theatre of Coryphaeus

Ternopil Dramatic Theater

Lviv National Theater

12. What is the main setting of many of Іван Карпенко-Karий's plays?

Post-war urban landscapes

Industrial factories and workshops

Rural Ukrainian settings, reflecting peasant life

Futuristic metropolises

13. Did Іван Карпенко-Карий face any political persecution?

No, he was a favorite of the ruling class.

Yes, he occasionally faced censorship and political persecution.

No, he ditched writing for politics.

Yes, but he only faced economic sanctions.

14. What inspired Іван Карпенко-Karий to write his plays?

Myths and legends from Greek literature

Experiences in Ukrainian villages, sociopolitical climate, and national identity

The scientific achievements of the Industrial Revolution

Popular European fairy tales

15. Which profession did Іван Карпенко-Кarий's family traditionally occupy?

Judiciary and civil service

Agriculture and farming

Merchant trading

Culinary arts and local cuisine