Battle of Books

What is the main theme of 'The Battle of the Books'?

• The conflict between ancient and modern learning

• The importance of military strategy

• The evolution of language

• The role of women in literature

Who is the author of 'The Battle of the Books'?

• Jonathan Swift

• Charles Dickens

• Jane Austen

• Mark Twain

In 'The Battle of the Books', which two groups are in conflict?

• Ancient authors and modern authors

• Poets and novelists

• Historians and scientists

• Philosophers and mathematicians

What literary device is predominantly used in 'The Battle of the Books'?

• Satire

• Metaphor

• Allegory

• Irony

Which character in 'The Battle of the Books' represents modern learning?

• Bentley

• Homer

• Virgil

• Aristotle

What is the setting of 'The Battle of the Books'?

• A library

• A battlefield

• A university

• A courtroom

Which insect is used as a metaphor in 'The Battle of the Books'?

• Bee

• Ant

• Butterfly

• Spider

What is the outcome of the battle in 'The Battle of the Books'?

• The battle is inconclusive

• The ancients win

• The moderns win

• Both sides reach a truce

Which genre best describes 'The Battle of the Books'?

• Satirical essay

• Historical fiction

• Romantic novel

• Science fiction

What is the tone of 'The Battle of the Books'?

• Humorous

• Tragic

• Serious

• Melancholic