Ages, era, period – MCQs

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1.Which monarch was removed from the English throne during the Glorious Revolution of 1688?

2.Which play written by Christopher Marlowe depicted the historical events of the Saint Bartholomew’s Day Massacre of 1572?

3.Christopher Marlowe's play 'Tamburlaine the Great' is inspired by the life of which historical Asian conqueror?

4.In Christopher Marlowe's play, what is the name of the central character known as the Jew of Malta?

5.Christopher Marlowe’s poem 'The Passionate Shepherd to His Love' starts with the line 'Come live with me and be my love.' Which other English poet is known for writing a well-known poem that begins with the same phrase?

6.Which monarch was portrayed in a play written by Christopher Marlowe?

7.Which pair of lovers is featured in one of Christopher Marlowe's most renowned poems?

8.Marlowe’s initial published work included a translation of the epic poem 'Pharsalia.' Which Roman poet originally authored this poem?

9.In Christopher Marlowe's play, which city does Queen Dido rule over?

10.For how many years did the Devil guarantee Dr. Faustus a life of happiness?

11.In what way did the Northern Renaissance differ from the Italian Renaissance?

12.Which of the following was a key characteristic of the Renaissance period?

13.Who is commonly recognized as the pioneer of humanism?

14.Who was the intended audience or patron for whom 'The Prince' was written to secure favor?

15.Which group experienced the greatest decline in authority during the Renaissance period?

16.Which method listed below was not employed by artists during the Renaissance period?

17.Which civilizations are regarded as the exemplary models for people during the Renaissance period?

18.Edward King, a lesser-known poet and Milton's contemporary at Cambridge, tragically drowned at sea in 1637. Which elegy did Milton compose in his memory?

19.In the 20th century, T.S. Eliot regarded his imagery as distracting and dismissed his work as lacking seriousness. However, it was a different critic who charged him with being 'callous to the intrinsic nature of English.' Who was this critic?

20.Which masque did John Milton compose in the year 1634?