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What genre is 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters' by Julian Barnes typically classified as?
What genre is 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters' by Julian Barnes typically classified as?
What is one of the recurring motifs in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters'?
What is one of the recurring motifs in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters'?
What is the perspective of the first chapter, 'The Stowaway', in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters'?
What is the perspective of the first chapter, 'The Stowaway', in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters'?
What does the woodworm in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters' symbolize?
What does the woodworm in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters' symbolize?
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Who is questioned for their wisdom in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters'?
Who is questioned for their wisdom in 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters'?
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Study Notes
Genre & Motifs
- 'A History of the World in 10½ Chapters' is typically classified as postmodern fiction.
- A recurring motif in the novel is the relationship between history and fiction.
Chapter One & Perspective
- The first chapter, 'The Stowaway', is told from the perspective of a dead stowaway on Noah's Ark.
- The stowaway provides a unique and cynical perspective on the biblical story of the flood.
Symbolism
- The woodworm in the novel symbolizes the passage of time and the inevitability of decay.
Wisdom & Questioning
- Socrates is questioned for his wisdom in the novel.
- His questioning is used to highlight the limitations of human knowledge.
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Description
Test your knowledge of Julian Barnes' "A History of the World in 10½ Chapters" with this quiz. Dive into the collection of subtly connected short stories, including the recurring motif of ships, and explore the alternative account of Noah's Ark in Chapter 1. How well do you know this unique and thought-provoking novel? Take the quiz to find out!
