This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Classics > The Picture Of Dorian Gray > The Picture Of Dorian Gray – Quiz 9 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 9 (20 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Why didn't Dorian no longer travel outside England? A) He was too busy to travel away from his home. B) He was so old and tired that he could not travel outside. C) He was afraid that someone would discover his portrait. D) He was scared to see many people outside. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) He was afraid that someone would discover his portrait. 2. How did Dorian decide to ask for Sibyl's forgiveness? A) He sent her flowers. B) He wrote a passionate letter. C) He wrote a love poem. D) He went to the theater to see her perform again. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) He wrote a passionate letter. 3. What was Basil's concern about Lord Harry? A) Lord Harry was a good influence on Dorian. B) Lord Harry was a bad influence on Dorian. C) Lord Harry should become good friends with Dorian. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Lord Harry was a bad influence on Dorian. 4. Explain the theme of the pursuit of eternal youth and its consequences in The Picture of Dorian Gray. A) The pursuit of eternal youth leads to Dorian Gray becoming a better person. B) The pursuit of eternal youth has no impact on Dorian Gray's character. C) The pursuit of eternal youth leads to the moral decay and corruption of Dorian Gray. D) The consequences of the pursuit of eternal youth are positive for Dorian Gray. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The pursuit of eternal youth leads to the moral decay and corruption of Dorian Gray. 5. Why doesn't Basil want to introduce Henry to Dorian? A) He thinks Henry is a bad influence. B) He is jealous. C) He doesn't want Dorian to be distracted from the art. D) He is in love with Henry. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) He thinks Henry is a bad influence. 6. "The past can not be changed" the relationship with the modern is to ..... A) Plastic surgery. B) Make decisions. C) Just appearance. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Make decisions. 7. Lady Margaret (Dorian's mum) ..... A) Married a poor man. B) Didn't marry. C) Married a rich man. D) Died a year ago. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Married a poor man. 8. Define protagonist: A) The character that opposes the goal of the main character. B) The character who helps the main character to accomplish their goal. C) The main character. D) The author. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The main character. 9. What does Lord Henry claim his relationship with his wife to be? A) Full of secrets. B) Dull and boring. C) Warm and loving. D) Passionate and terrifying. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Full of secrets. 10. Why doesn't Basil want Lord Hnery to meet Dorian Gray? A) Basil is concerned about Lord Henry's corrupting influence on Dorian Gray. B) Basil believes Lord Henry is allergic to Dorian Gray. C) Basil thinks Lord Henry is too boring to meet Dorian Gray. D) Basil is afraid Lord Henry will steal Dorian Gray's possessions. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Basil is concerned about Lord Henry's corrupting influence on Dorian Gray. 11. The author describes three different fragrances in the room. One is the "rich odour of ..... , " another is "the heavy scent of ..... , " and the last is "the more delicate perfume of ..... " A) Rosesthe lilacfreshly-mowed grass. B) Rosesthe lilacthe pink-flowering thorn. C) Roseslaburnumthe woodbine. D) Aqua VelvaOld Spice Axe Body Spray. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Rosesthe lilacthe pink-flowering thorn. 12. What is a duel? A) A type of card game played with a standard deck of 52 cards. B) A traditional form of conflict resolution involving a fight between two individuals. C) A form of debate or discussion used to resolve disagreements peacefully. D) A type of dance performed by two people in a formal setting. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A traditional form of conflict resolution involving a fight between two individuals. 13. What's Lord Henry Wotton's nickname? A) Basil. B) Harry. C) Barry. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Harry. 14. In Chapter 14, what does Dorian Gray transform into? A) A mirror image of himself. B) A beautiful and youthful portrait. C) A hideous and grotesque portrait. D) A statue of himself. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A hideous and grotesque portrait. 15. Which relative of Henry knows about Dorian Gray? A) His aunt. B) His uncle. C) His grandmother. D) His grandfather. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) His aunt. 16. Sybil's mum said: "I am worried because ..... A) Dorian is rich and aristocratic. B) Sybil will stop working. C) Dorian is friends with Lord Henry. D) Sybil isn't feeling well. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Sybil will stop working. 17. An artist who is currently working on his "masterpiece" A) Lord Henry Wotton. B) Basil Hallward. C) Dorian Gray. D) Oscar Wilde. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Basil Hallward. 18. What is the overall message or lesson conveyed in 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'? A) The importance of physical appearance in society. B) The benefits of pursuing pleasure and vanity. C) The insignificance of personal choices and actions. D) The destructive nature of vanity and the pursuit of pleasure. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The destructive nature of vanity and the pursuit of pleasure. 19. What does the letter Lord Henry received from Dorian Gray about? A) The letter is about Dorian planning to leave the country. B) The letter is about Dorian asking for financial help from Lord Henry. C) The letter is about Dorian confessing his love for Sibyl Vane and expressing his desire to marry her. D) The letter is about Dorian seeking revenge on Lord Henry. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The letter is about Dorian confessing his love for Sibyl Vane and expressing his desire to marry her. 20. How does Dorian Gray die? A) James Vane kills him. B) He throws himself off the bridge. C) He plunges a dagger into his portrait. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) He plunges a dagger into his portrait. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesClassics QuizzesThe Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 1The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 2The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 3The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 4The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 5The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 6The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 7The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 8The Picture Of Dorian Gray Quiz 10 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books