Oscar Wilde: Life and Works

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What is Oscar Wilde best known for?

Oscar Wilde is best known for his wit, his plays, and his novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray."

When was Oscar Wilde born?

Oscar Wilde was born on October 16, 1854.

What is "The Picture of Dorian Gray" about?

"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is about a young man whose portrait ages instead of him, reflecting his moral corruption.

Who authored "The Importance of Being Earnest"?

Oscar Wilde authored "The Importance of Being Earnest."

What is the central theme of "The Importance of Being Earnest"?

The central theme is the triviality with which Victorian society treated serious institutions like marriage.

Where did Oscar Wilde study?

Oscar Wilde studied at Trinity College, Dublin and later at Magdalen College, Oxford.

What genre is "An Ideal Husband"?

"An Ideal Husband" is a comedic play.

What happened to Wilde later in life?

Oscar Wilde was imprisoned for "gross indecency" due to his homosexual relationships.

What was Wilde's relationship with Aestheticism?

Wilde was a proponent of Aestheticism, believing in "art for art's sake."

What influence did Wilde have on literature?

Wilde influenced literature through his wit, flamboyant style, and themes challenging social norms.

In which play does the character Lady Bracknell appear?

Lady Bracknell appears in "The Importance of Being Earnest."

What was Oscar Wilde's only novel?

Wilde's only novel was "The Picture of Dorian Gray."

Why is Wilde considered a controversial figure?

Wilde is considered controversial due to his open homosexual relationships and imprisonment under Victorian laws.

What literary style is Oscar Wilde associated with?

Wilde is associated with satire and the use of irony and wit.

What awards or recognitions did Oscar Wilde receive during his lifetime?

Oscar Wilde did not receive notable awards during his lifetime, but his works have since gained fame.


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1. What is Oscar Wilde best known for?

His work on Victorian architecture and design.

His poetry on Irish nationalism.

His wit, his plays, and his novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray."

His political essays on British colonialism.

2. When was Oscar Wilde born?

February 27, 1845.

October 16, 1854.

July 14, 1864.

December 25, 1855.

3. What is "The Picture of Dorian Gray" about?

A man who discovers a lost kingdom underwater.

A young man whose portrait ages instead of him, reflecting his moral corruption.

An artist who paints landscapes that come to life.

A detective solving a series of mysterious crimes in London.

4. Who authored "The Importance of Being Earnest"?

Thomas Hardy.

George Bernard Shaw.

Charles Dickens.

Oscar Wilde.

5. What is the central theme of "The Importance of Being Earnest"?

The triviality with which Victorian society treated serious institutions like marriage.

The impact of industrialization on rural economies.

The rise of nationalism in Europe.

The relationship between man and nature.

6. Where did Oscar Wilde study?

Trinity College, Dublin and Magdalen College, Oxford.

Harvard University and University of Cambridge.

University College Dublin and University of Edinburgh.

The Sorbonne, Paris and University of Berlin.

7. What genre is "An Ideal Husband"?

Mystery drama.

Historical epic.

Comedic play.

Romantic tragedy.

8. What happened to Wilde later in life?

He became a renowned politician and social reformer.

He retired to a small town and lived quietly.

He was imprisoned for "gross indecency" due to his homosexual relationships.

He moved to America and started a theater company.

9. What was Wilde's relationship with Aestheticism?

Wilde was a proponent of Aestheticism, believing in "art for art's sake."

Wilde opposed Aestheticism, arguing for practical and utilitarian art.

Wilde viewed Aestheticism as a threat to traditional values.

Wilde was indifferent towards the Aesthetic movement.

10. What influence did Wilde have on literature?

Wilde influenced literature through his wit, flamboyant style, and themes challenging social norms.

Wilde revolutionized literary format by introducing interactive storytelling.

Wilde's impact was primarily limited to children's literature.

Wilde focused on linguistic preservation in literature.

11. In which play does the character Lady Bracknell appear?

An Ideal Husband.

The Importance of Being Earnest.

Lady Windermere's Fan.

Salome.

12. What was Oscar Wilde's only novel?

An Ideal Husband.

Dracula.

The Picture of Dorian Gray.

Pride and Prejudice.

13. Why is Wilde considered a controversial figure?

Wilde is considered controversial due to his open homosexual relationships and imprisonment under Victorian laws.

Wilde was known for his radical political beliefs which led to multiple exiles.

Wilde's controversial figure stems from leading several violent rebellions.

Wilde refused royal honors, causing a public scandal.

14. What literary style is Oscar Wilde associated with?

Realism and naturalism.

Gothic horror and thriller.

Satire and the use of irony and wit.

Epic poetry and sagas.

15. What awards or recognitions did Oscar Wilde receive during his lifetime?

Wilde received the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Wilde was knighted by Queen Victoria for his contributions to literature.

Wilde won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Oscar Wilde did not receive notable awards during his lifetime, but his works have since gained fame.