MCQs - Biography and works of Christopher Marlowe
- Which of the following is NOT true about Christopher Marlowe? A. He was a contemporary of William Shakespeare B. He was a poet and playwright C. He was born in the 16th century D. He was born in France
Answer: D. He was born in England, not France.
- Which play is considered Christopher Marlowe's masterpiece? A. The Jew of Malta B. Doctor Faustus C. Tamburlaine the Great D. Edward II
Answer: B. Doctor Faustus is considered Marlowe's masterpiece.
- Which of the following is NOT a play written by Christopher Marlowe? A. The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus B. Tamburlaine the Great C. Romeo and Juliet D. Edward II
Answer: C. Romeo and Juliet was written by William Shakespeare, not Christopher Marlowe.
- Christopher Marlowe was accused of what crime? A. Murder B. Theft C. Blasphemy D. Treason
Answer: C. Marlowe was accused of blasphemy for his controversial religious views.
- Which of the following is a famous quote from Christopher Marlowe's play, Doctor Faustus? A. "To be or not to be, that is the question" B. "Hell is empty and all the devils are here" C. "Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them" D. "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players"
Answer: B. "Hell is empty and all the devils are here" is a famous quote from Doctor Faustus.
- Christopher Marlowe was a contemporary of which other famous English playwright? A. William Shakespeare B. George Bernard Shaw C. Oscar Wilde D. Samuel Beckett
Answer: A. Christopher Marlowe was a contemporary of William Shakespeare.
- In which university did Christopher Marlowe receive his Bachelor's degree? A. Cambridge University B. Oxford University C. Harvard University D. Yale University
Answer: A. Christopher Marlowe received his Bachelor's degree from Cambridge University.
- Which of the following is NOT a theme commonly explored in Christopher Marlowe's works? A. Love and romance B. Political power and corruption C. Religion and theology D. Revenge and betrayal
Answer: A. While Marlowe did include love and romance in some of his works, it was not a major theme that he commonly explored.
- Which of the following is a play written by Christopher Marlowe that has a historical figure as its protagonist? A. The Jew of Malta B. Doctor Faustus C. Edward II D. Tamburlaine the Great
Answer: C. Edward II is a play written by Christopher Marlowe that has a historical figure as its protagonist.
- Which of the following is a famous quote from Christopher Marlowe's play, Tamburlaine the Great? A. "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players" B. "The course of true love never did run smooth" C. "I count religion but a childish toy" D. "O, beware, my lord, of jealousy"
Answer: C. "I count religion but a childish toy" is a famous quote from Tamburlaine the Great.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about a wealthy merchant in Malta who seeks revenge against the Christian authorities that wronged him? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. Doctor Faustus
Answer: C. The Jew of Malta is a tragedy about a wealthy merchant seeking revenge against Christian authorities.
- What is the name of the poem that is attributed to Christopher Marlowe, although its authorship is debated? A. The Passionate Shepherd to His Love B. The Flea C. The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd D. To His Coy Mistress
Answer: A. The Passionate Shepherd to His Love is attributed to Christopher Marlowe, although its authorship is debated.
- Christopher Marlowe's play Doctor Faustus is a tragedy about a man who makes a pact with whom? A. The devil B. God C. A witch D. A genie
Answer: A. Doctor Faustus is a tragedy about a man who makes a pact with the devil.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about the downfall of the titular character, a monarch who is deposed and murdered? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. Doctor Faustus
Answer: A. Edward II is a tragedy about the downfall of the titular monarch.
- Which of the following is NOT a theme commonly explored in Christopher Marlowe's works? A. Power struggles and political ambition B. Morality and ethics C. Identity and self-discovery D. Gender and sexuality
Answer: C. While Marlowe did include themes of identity and self-discovery in some of his works, it was not a major theme that he commonly explored.
- What is the name of the organization that Christopher Marlowe was accused of being a member of, which was considered a heretical sect by the Church? A. The Freemasons B. The Illuminati C. The Rosicrucians D. The School of Night
Answer: D. Christopher Marlowe was accused of being a member of the School of Night, which was considered a heretical sect by the Church.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about a conqueror who rises to power through military conquests, but ultimately suffers a tragic downfall? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. Doctor Faustus
Answer: B. Tamburlaine the Great is a tragedy about a conqueror who rises to power through military conquests, but ultimately suffers a tragic downfall.
- What is the name of the contemporary playwright who was accused of collaborating with Christopher Marlowe on some of his works? A. William Shakespeare B. Ben Jonson C. John Webster D. Thomas Middleton
Answer: A. William Shakespeare was accused of collaborating with Christopher Marlowe on some of his works.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about a man who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. Doctor Faustus
Answer: D. Doctor Faustus is a tragedy about a man who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power.
- Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Christopher Marlowe's writing style? A. Use of blank verse B. Exploration of taboo themes C. Heavy use of metaphors and imagery D. Use of happy endings
Answer: D. Christopher Marlowe's works are known for their tragic endings, and he rarely used happy endings in his writing.
- Which of the following is the earliest known play written by Christopher Marlowe? A. The Massacre at Paris B. Edward II C. Tamburlaine the Great D. Dido, Queen of Carthage
Answer: D. Dido, Queen of Carthage is the earliest known play written by Christopher Marlowe.
- What is the name of the spy who accused Christopher Marlowe of blasphemy and treason, leading to his arrest and eventual death? A. Francis Walsingham B. William Cecil C. Richard Topcliffe D. Robert Devereux
Answer: C. Richard Topcliffe is the spy who accused Christopher Marlowe of blasphemy and treason.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about the downfall of the titular character, a powerful and ambitious monarch who is ultimately betrayed and killed by his own subjects? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. Doctor Faustus
Answer: A. Edward II is a tragedy about the downfall of the titular monarch.
- Which of the following is NOT a play written by Christopher Marlowe? A. The Taming of the Shrew B. Doctor Faustus C. The Jew of Malta D. Tamburlaine the Great
Answer: A. The Taming of the Shrew is a play written by William Shakespeare, not Christopher Marlowe.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about a wealthy Jewish merchant who is persecuted by the Christian authorities and ultimately seeks revenge? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. Doctor Faustus
Answer: C. The Jew of Malta is a tragedy about a wealthy Jewish merchant seeking revenge against Christian authorities.
- What is the name of the influential Renaissance poet and playwright who is believed to have been a major influence on Christopher Marlowe's writing? A. William Shakespeare B. John Donne C. Edmund Spenser D. Geoffrey Chaucer
Answer: D. Geoffrey Chaucer is believed to have been a major influence on Christopher Marlowe's writing.
- What is the name of the 16th-century English monarch who was reigning during Christopher Marlowe's lifetime? A. Queen Elizabeth I B. King Henry VIII C. King James I D. King Charles I
Answer: A. Queen Elizabeth I was reigning during Christopher Marlowe's lifetime.
- Which of Christopher Marlowe's plays is a tragedy about a man who becomes obsessed with avenging his father's death and ultimately goes mad? A. Edward II B. Tamburlaine the Great C. The Jew of Malta D. The Spanish Tragedy
Answer: D. The Spanish Tragedy is a tragedy about a man who becomes obsessed with avenging his father's death and ultimately goes mad.
- Which of the following is a theme that is explored in Christopher Marlowe's plays? A. The struggle for power and control B. The corrupting influence of wealth and materialism C. The conflict between love and duty D. All of the above
Answer: D. Christopher Marlowe's plays explore themes such as the struggle for power and control, the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism, and the conflict between love and duty.
- What is the name of Christopher Marlowe's unfinished play about the life of the legendary Greek hero, who was known for his strength and bravery? A. Doctor Faustus B. Tamburlaine the Great C. Dido, Queen of Carthage D. Hero and Leander
Answer: D. Hero and Leander is Christopher Marlowe's unfinished play about the life of the legendary Greek hero.
Please check the accuracy of answers before publishing. Most of the questions are repeated. Also, The Spanish Tragedy is a play by Thomas Kyd, not Marlowe.
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