The James Thurber Quiz

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Where was James Thurber born?

Columbus, Ohio

What was James Thurber best known for?

his cartoons and short stories

Which magazine did James Thurber's works get published in mainly?

The New Yorker

Name one film that was adapted from James Thurber's works.

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Signup and view all the answers

How did James Thurber describe his mother?

as a 'born comedian' and 'one of the finest comic talents' Signup and view all the answers

Who was James Grover Thurber and what was he known for?

James Grover Thurber was an American cartoonist, writer, humorist, journalist, and playwright. He was best known for his cartoons and short stories, published mainly in The New Yorker and collected in his numerous books. Signup and view all the answers

Name three films that have been adapted from Thurber's works.

The Male Animal (1942), The Battle of the Sexes (1959, based on Thurber's 'The Catbird Seat'), and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (adapted twice, in 1947 and in 2013) Signup and view all the answers

Where was James Grover Thurber born and who greatly influenced his work?

Thurber was born in Columbus, Ohio. Both of his parents greatly influenced his work. His father was a sporadically employed clerk and minor politician who dreamed of being a lawyer or an actor. Thurber described his mother as a 'born comedian' and 'one of the finest comic talents.' Signup and view all the answers

What did Charles L. Thurber, James Grover Thurber's father, dream of being?

Charles L. Thurber, James Grover Thurber's father, dreamed of being a lawyer or an actor. Signup and view all the answers

What did Thurber's mother, Mary Agnes 'Mame' (née Fisher) Thurber, do?

Thurber's mother, Mary Agnes 'Mame' (née Fisher) Thurber, was described by Thurber as a 'born comedian' and 'one of the finest comic talents.' Signup and view all the answers