Oscar Wilde: Life and Works
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In what year did Oscar Wilde win the Newdigate Prize for his poem 'Ravenna'?

  • 1882
  • 1880
  • 1878 (correct)
  • 1875

    • What was the title of Oscar Wilde's only novel?

  • Lady Windermere's Fan
  • The Picture of Dorian Gray (correct)
  • The Importance of Being Earnest
  • An Ideal Husband

    • During his time as editor, what changes did Oscar Wilde make to Lady's World magazine?

  • Expanded coverage to include women's thoughts and feelings (correct)
  • Reduced the frequency of publication
  • Increased the number of advertisements
  • Focused exclusively on women's fashion

    • Which of Oscar Wilde's plays was published in 1895?

    <p>An Ideal Husband and The Importance of Being Earnest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Oscar Wilde's role at Lady's World magazine?

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

    Where did Oscar Wilde study after Trinity College, Dublin?

    <p>Magdalen College, Oxford</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Oscar Wilde envision for 'The Lady's World' magazine?

    <p>A recognized organ for women's opinions on all subjects, also appealing to men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central idea in Wilde's aesthetic principles?

    <p>Art is a representation of the surface and the symbol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Wilde believe is mirrored by art?

    <p>The spectator's perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Wilde assert is a sign of a work's vitality?

    <p>Diversity of opinion about its value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age did Oscar Wilde die?

    <p>46</p> Signup and view all the answers

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