English Literature Mcqs
Why does Henry David Thoreau write his book “Walden” ?

A. To show ideas of transcendentalism are put into action
B. To critique slavery
C. Tell his entire life story
D. None of the above

In which city does the St.Clare live ?

A. Memphis
B. New orleans
C. Louisville
D. Atlanta

Which statement below best paraphrases what John Winthrop meant when he declared that the MBC would be as a “city upon a hill” ?

A. Religious freedom
B. Everyone has a role in society
C. Only men should work
D. Woman have no role in society

“learn by going where I have to go”. The poet learns of______________?

A. Going back to his hometown
B. His errors and starts correcting them
C. Going back to the state of depression
D. The final destination where he has to reach

What does Eva’s father promise her before she dies ?

A. That he will adopt topsy
B. That he will free uncle tom
C. That he will remarry
D. That he will try to find harry

Who inherits ownership of Tom when St. Clare dies ?

A. Eva
B. Marie
C. George shelby
D. Haley

What statement below best sums up the literary significance of John Saffin ?

A. Anti-slavery
B. Father of american poetry
C. Pro slavery
D. Father of american liteature

According to the myth, why must all things have an end ?

A. The earthmaker wanted the opportunity to creat a new race of people
B. Mankind would suffer because of a lack of food if there were more people than resources to care for them
C. Hare wished it to be so and that was how it was
D. Grandmother wished it to be so and that was how it was