H.G. Wells: Life and Works
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What is H.G. Wells often referred to as?

  • The Father of Socialism
  • The Father of Science Fiction (correct)
  • The Father of Pacifism
  • The Father of English Literature

What was the occupation of H.G. Wells' apprentice from 1880 to 1883?

  • Draper (correct)
  • Writer
  • Laboratory assistant
  • Social commentator

What was the main theme of H.G. Wells' middle period novels?

  • Science fiction
  • Lower middle class life (correct)
  • The life of an aristocrat
  • Fantasy and magic

What was the inspiration for H.G. Wells' novels The Wheels of Chance and Kipps?

<p>His experiences as a draper's apprentice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main plot of the story 'The Invisible Man'?

<p>A scientist who discovers how to make himself invisible (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the financial situation of H.G. Wells' family?

<p>They lived in financial crunch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the two boys initially notice?

<p>Fresh muddy imprints of a pair of bare feet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Griffin's experiment?

<p>He became invisible and solid as glass (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Griffin set fire to the house?

<p>He was angry with his landlord for trying to eject him (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Griffin have to remove his clothes?

<p>He had to get away without being seen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the muddy footprints the boys followed?

<p>They became fainter and eventually disappeared (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be said about Griffin's character?

<p>He was a brilliant but lawless person (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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