Literature- Authors

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Who is known as the 'father of English literature'?

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Geoffrey Chaucer is known as the 'father of English literature'.

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What is the main work of James Joyce that features Stephen Dedalus?

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Ulysses is the main work of James Joyce that features Stephen Dedalus.

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Which author wrote 'The Jungle' and was a muckraker?

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Upton Sinclair wrote 'The Jungle' and was a muckraker.

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What are two famous fairy tales written by Hans Christian Andersen?

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The Snow Queen and The Ugly Duckling are two famous fairy tales written by Hans Christian Andersen.

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Which American author is known for the character Nick Adams?

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Ernest Hemingway is known for the character Nick Adams.

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What literary movement is James Joyce associated with?

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James Joyce is associated with the modernist avant-garde movement.

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What is the significance of 'The Canterbury Tales'?

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'The Canterbury Tales' is significant as it is a foundational work of English literature and showcases a variety of characters and stories.

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What year was Upton Sinclair born?

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Upton Sinclair was born in 1878.

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Which author is known for their literary fairy tales and was Danish?

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Hans Christian Andersen is known for his literary fairy tales and was Danish.

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What is a common theme in Ernest Hemingway's works?

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A common theme in Ernest Hemingway's works is the exploration of human struggle and resilience.