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The World of Charles Dickens

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Which author was considered the most famous writer in the English language during the 19th century?

Charles Dickens (correct)

William Shakespeare

Jane Austen

Mark Twain

What did Charles Dickens believe writing could do?

Entertain people

Fix the problems of the world (correct)

Make him rich

Educate children

What was a characteristic of Dickens' writing career from the beginning?

He wrote in a remote style

He focused on romance

He loved putting on plays (correct)

He only wrote serious novels

What were some of the serious topics that Dickens hoped to get people interested in?

Child labor Signup and view all the answers

What was a common reaction of later literary friends to Dickens' focus on entertainment?

They were disappointed in his style Signup and view all the answers

What kind of shows did Charles Dickens love putting on as a child?

Plays Signup and view all the answers

What did Charles Dickens hope to achieve through his writing?

Social change Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the distinctive elements of Charles Dickens' appearance?

Frock coat, velvet collar, and fish tail beard Signup and view all the answers

What made attending a reading by Charles Dickens a unique experience?

The exceptional showmanship of Dickens Signup and view all the answers

What was Charles Dickens' attitude towards entertainment in his writing career?

He saw it as a means to engage readers in serious topics Signup and view all the answers