Literature and Biographies Quiz

Study Notes

The story "The Fun They Had" by Isaac Asimov is set in the future year 2157 where digital books and virtual classrooms are the norm, with children Margie and Tommy discovering a real book and being fascinated by how education used to be in the past.
Margie and Tommy attend virtual classes with a mechanical teacher, contrasting with the olden days when human teachers taught in physical schools, a concept Margie finds intriguing.
In "The Little Girl" by Catherine Mansfield, Kezia is portrayed as afraid of her harsh father and receives cold treatment from her parents until she unintentionally ruins her father's speech for the port authority, leading to punishment and a shift in her perception of fathers.
Kezia's perspective changes when she is left alone with her father due to her mother's illness, realizing her father's love and care for her in his own way, leading to a newfound appreciation and understanding of him.
"A Truly Beautiful Mind" is a short biography of Albert Einstein, highlighting his early struggles including delayed speech, being considered foolish by his headmaster, and his interest in physics and mathematics.
Einstein worked as a technical specialist in a patent office where he developed his ideas on the theory of relativity, and his marriage to Mileva Maric ended in divorce in 1919.- Albert Einstein, a renowned physicist, released the special theory of relativity in 1905, challenging the concepts of time and distance.
His famous formula E=mc^2 describes the relationship between mass and energy.
In 1915, Einstein published the general theory of relativity, revolutionizing the understanding of gravity.
The accuracy of Einstein's theory was proven during a solar eclipse in 1919, leading to widespread recognition of his work as a scientific revolution.
Einstein won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921 for his groundbreaking contributions.
Fleeing Nazi-controlled Germany in 1933, Einstein settled in the United States to prevent his research from being used for destructive purposes.
Concerned about the dangers of atomic bombs, Einstein warned President Roosevelt in a letter in 1938.
Despite his efforts, the US developed the atomic bomb and used it on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, causing Einstein great distress.
Einstein advocated for world peace and democracy, proposing a world government to prevent future destruction in a memorandum to the United Nations.
Einstein passed away in 1955 at the age of 76, leaving a legacy as both a scientific genius and a visionary.- Santosh Yadav secured a unique place in history by becoming the youngest woman to climb Mount Everest twice, saving a fellow mountaineer during one expedition, and receiving the Padma Shri award from the Indian government.
Maria Sharapova became the world champion in women's tennis through hard work, rigorous training, and sacrifices, starting her tennis training at an early age and achieving the number one position at just 18 years old.
The story "Kathmandu" from Vikram Seth's novel "Heaven Lake" describes the author's journey from China to India via Tibet and Nepal, visiting sacred Hindu and Buddhist temples, observing the culture, chaos, and unique experiences in Kathmandu.
The author experiences the chaos, pollution, religious culture, and vibrant atmosphere of Kathmandu, filled with shrines, shops, noise, and diverse offerings.
After an adventurous trip in Kathmandu, the author decides to return home to Delhi promptly due to feeling homesick, noticing a flute seller who plays melodiously and reflects on the universal appeal of the flute as an instrument.
"If I Were You" is a play written by Douglas James about Gerard, a dramatist who encounters an intruder in his house who resembles him and holds him at gunpoint, leading to a tense conversation where Gerard outwits the intruder by manipulating him with a fabricated story.
Gerard's quick thinking and presence of mind help him deceive the intruder, lock him in a cupboard disguised as a garage door, and ultimately hand him over to the police, showcasing his ability to turn a life-threatening situation into a potential plot for a play.

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Test your knowledge on literary works such as 'The Fun They Had' and 'The Little Girl', as well as biographies of notable figures like Albert Einstein and Santosh Yadav. Explore themes of education, family dynamics, scientific achievements, and inspirational stories from different walks of life.