Overview of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'

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Who is the author of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'?
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Oscar Wilde.
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What genre does 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' belong to?
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Philosophical fiction, Gothic fiction.
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When was 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' first published?
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1890.
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What is the main theme of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'?
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The main theme is the superficial nature of society and the idea of eternal youth and beauty.
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What kind of art object plays a crucial role in 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'?
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A portrait.
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How does Dorian Gray attempt to preserve his youth and beauty?
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By wishing that his portrait would age instead of him.
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Describe Dorian Gray’s character development throughout the novel.
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Dorian transforms from an innocent young man to one who pursues a hedonistic lifestyle, leading to his moral decay.
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How does the portrait change over the course of the novel?
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The portrait becomes more grotesque as Dorian engages in various immoral acts.
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What happens to Dorian Gray at the end of the novel?
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He dies after stabbing the portrait, reversing the curse and causing him to age rapidly.
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Which character influences Dorian Gray profoundly in the novel?
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Lord Henry Wotton.
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What is Basil Hallward’s role in the novel?
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He is the artist who paints the portrait of Dorian Gray.
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What is the setting of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'?
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The setting is primarily Victorian London.
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How does 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' reflect Oscar Wilde's views on aesthetics?
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The novel explores the Aesthetic movement, emphasizing beauty and sensory experiences.
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What is the impact of Dorian’s wish on his morality?
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It leads to his moral decline as he realizes he can act without facing physical consequences.
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How did the public initially react to 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'?
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The novel was controversial due to its perceived immorality and its homoerotic overtones.
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