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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What did the two boys initially notice?

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

    What was the result of Griffin's experiment?

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

    Why did Griffin have to remove his clothes?

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

    What happened to the muddy footprints the boys followed?

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

    What can be said about Griffin's character?

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

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