MCQs - life and works of G.B.Shaw

 MCQs - life and works of G.B.Shaw

 

1.       What was George Bernard Shaw's occupation?

A)     Playwright and writer

B)      Scientist

C)      Politician

D)     Athlete

Answer: A

 

2.       Which of the following plays was NOT written by George Bernard Shaw?

A)     Pygmalion

B)      Saint Joan

C)      Waiting for Godot

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: C

 

3.       Which literary prize did George Bernard Shaw win in 1925?

A)     Nobel Prize in Literature

B)      Pulitzer Prize for Drama

C)      Man Booker Prize

D)     National Book Award

Answer: A

 

4.       What was Shaw's political affiliation?

A)     Socialist

B)      Conservative

C)      Liberal

D)     Fascist

Answer: A

 

5.       Which of the following is one of Shaw's most famous plays?

A)     Romeo and Juliet

B)      The Importance of Being Earnest

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     The Tempest

Answer: C

 

6.       What was the name of Shaw's wife?

A)     Jane Austen

B)      Virginia Woolf

C)      Margaret Thatcher

D)     Charlotte Payne-Townshend

Answer: D

 

7.       Which of the following statements is true about Shaw's play "Pygmalion"?

A)     It was later adapted into the musical "My Fair Lady"

B)      It is a tragedy set in ancient Greece

C)      It is a science fiction play set in the future

D)     It is a romance set in Victorian England

Answer: A

 

8.       What was Shaw's stance on women's rights?

A)     He was a strong advocate for women's rights

B)      He believed women should stay at home and not work

C)      He thought women were inferior to men

D)     He was indifferent to the issue of women's rights

Answer: A

 

9.       In addition to plays, what other type of writing did Shaw do?

A)     Essays

B)      Novels

C)      Poetry

D)     All of the above

Answer: D

 

10.   What was Shaw's view on religion?

A)     He was an atheist

B)      He was a devout Christian

C)      He practiced Hinduism

D)     He followed Judaism

Answer: A

 

 

11.   Which of Shaw's plays features the character of Captain Shotover, a retired seafarer who lives on a houseboat?

A)     Heartbreak House

B)      Mrs. Warren's Profession

C)      Candida

D)     The Devil's Disciple

Answer: A

 

12.   What was the name of Shaw's first commercially successful play?

A)     Man and Superman

B)      Pygmalion

C)      Candida

D)     Arms and the Man

Answer: D

 

13.   What is the name of Shaw's famous preface to his play "Mrs. Warren's Profession", which caused controversy when it was first published?

A)     "The Revolutionist's Handbook"

B)      "The Intelligent Woman's Guide to Socialism and Capitalism"

C)      "The Preface to Saint Joan"

D)     "The Preface to Mrs. Warren's Profession"

Answer: D

 

14.   What is the name of Shaw's play that satirizes the British class system and features the character of John Tanner, a wealthy intellectual who is pursued by the determined Ann Whitefield?

A)     Arms and the Man

B)      The Doctor's Dilemma

C)      Caesar and Cleopatra

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: D

 

15.   What was the name of the film adaptation of Shaw's play "Pygmalion" that was released in 1938?

A)     My Fair Lady

B)      Pygmalion

C)      The Importance of Being Earnest

D)     An Ideal Husband

Answer: A

 

16.   What was Shaw's relationship with the Fabian Society?

A)     He was a prominent member and helped shape the society's beliefs

B)      He was a vocal opponent and criticized their policies

C)      He was indifferent to the society and did not participate

D)     He was briefly a member but left due to disagreements

Answer: A

 

17.   What was the name of Shaw's play that tells the story of the young French heroine who leads the charge against the English during the Hundred Years' War?

A)     Saint Joan

B)      Caesar and Cleopatra

C)      Major Barbara

D)     The Devil's Disciple

Answer: A

 

18.   What was Shaw's opinion on marriage?

A)     He believed that marriage was an outdated institution and advocated for more liberal attitudes towards relationships

B)      He believed that marriage was a sacred institution that should be preserved at all costs

C)      He believed that marriage was a necessary evil and that people should avoid it if possible

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on marriage in his writings

Answer: A

 

19.   What was Shaw's response to being awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature?

A)     He declined the award, citing his objection to the "false glamour" of prizes

B)      He accepted the award but donated the prize money to charity

C)      He was overjoyed and celebrated the recognition of his work

D)     He was indifferent to the award and did not comment on it

Answer: A

 

20.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of morality in medicine and features the character of Sir Colenso Ridgeon, a doctor who faces a difficult ethical dilemma?

A)     The Doctor's Dilemma

B)      Arms and the Man

C)      Major Barbara

D)     Candida

Answer: A

 

 

21.   Which of Shaw's plays features the character of Barbara Undershaft, a Salvation Army officer who confronts her father, a wealthy weapons manufacturer?

A)     Pygmalion

B)      Arms and the Man

C)      Major Barbara

D)     Mrs. Warren's Profession

Answer: C

 

22.   Which of Shaw's plays was banned by the Lord Chamberlain's Office due to its controversial subject matter?

A)     Man and Superman

B)      Mrs. Warren's Profession

C)      Pygmalion

D)     Saint Joan

Answer: B

 

23.   What is the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the individual and society and features the character of Richard Dudgeon, a young rebel who is mistaken for a clergyman during the American Revolution?

A)     The Devil's Disciple

B)      Caesar and Cleopatra

C)      Saint Joan

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: A

 

24.   What was the name of Shaw's book that outlines his beliefs about society, politics, and economics?

A)     "The Intelligent Woman's Guide to Socialism and Capitalism"

B)      "The Revolutionist's Handbook"

C)      "The Quintessence of Ibsenism"

D)     "The Fabian Essays"

Answer: A

 

25.   What was Shaw's opinion on the institution of the monarchy?

A)     He was a staunch republican and believed that the monarchy should be abolished

B)      He was a strong supporter of the monarchy and believed that it was essential to the stability of society

C)      He was indifferent to the monarchy and did not express a clear opinion on the issue

D)     He believed that the monarchy should be reformed to become more democratic

Answer: A

 

26.   What was the name of the film adaptation of Shaw's play "Caesar and Cleopatra" that was released in 1945?

A)     Julius Caesar

B)      Cleopatra

C)      Caesar and Cleopatra

D)     Antony and Cleopatra

Answer: C

 

27.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between science and religion and features the character of Professor Enry Straker, a scientist who creates a new explosive?

A)     The Doctor's Dilemma

B)      Major Barbara

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     The Devil's Disciple

Answer: B

 

28.   What was Shaw's opinion on the use of violence to achieve political goals?

A)     He believed that violence was sometimes necessary to achieve political change

B)      He believed that violence was never justified and that peaceful means should always be used

C)      He believed that violence was a legitimate tactic in certain situations but should be used sparingly

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the use of violence in politics

Answer: B

 

29.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between tradition and modernity and features the character of Undershaft, a wealthy industrialist who challenges the traditional values of his family?

A)     Mrs. Warren's Profession

B)      Arms and the Man

C)      Man and Superman

D)     Major Barbara

Answer: D

 

30.   What was the name of the organization founded by Shaw and his fellow Fabians to promote their political beliefs?

A)     The Socialist League

B)      The Fabian Society

C)      The Social Democratic Federation

D)     The Communist Party of Great Britain

Answer: B

 

 

31.   Which of Shaw's plays deals with the theme of the conflict between the sexes and features the character of Eliza Doolittle, a working-class girl who is transformed into a lady by a phonetics professor?

A)     Pygmalion

B)      Man and Superman

C)      Candida

D)     The Philanderer

Answer: A

 

32.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between love and duty and features the character of Captain Bluntschli, a soldier who takes refuge in the bedroom of a young Bulgarian lady during a battle?

A)     The Doctor's Dilemma

B)      Major Barbara

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     Mrs. Warren's Profession

Answer: C

 

33.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between socialism and capitalism and features the character of John Tanner, a wealthy playboy who is pursued by the determined Ann Whitefield?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      Man and Superman

D)     The Philanderer

Answer: C

 

34.   What was Shaw's opinion on the use of censorship in the arts?

A)     He believed that censorship was necessary to protect society from harmful ideas and influences

B)      He believed that censorship was never justified and that artists should have complete freedom of expression

C)      He believed that censorship should be used only in extreme cases, such as to prevent the incitement of violence

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the issue of censorship in the arts

Answer: B

 

35.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between science and morality and features the character of Sir Colenso Ridgeon, a doctor who develops a cure for tuberculosis?

A)     The Doctor's Dilemma

B)      Major Barbara

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     Mrs. Warren's Profession

Answer: A

 

 

36.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between justice and mercy and features the character of Joan of Arc, a young woman who leads the French army against the English?

A)     The Devil's Disciple

B)      Caesar and Cleopatra

C)      Saint Joan

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: C

 

37.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between morality and society and features the character of Vivie Warren, a young woman who discovers that her mother has made a fortune as a brothel owner?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      Mrs. Warren's Profession

D)     The Philanderer

Answer: C

 

38.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between idealism and practicality and features the character of Captain Shotover, a retired seafarer who lives with his unconventional family on a houseboat?

A)     Heartbreak House

B)      Man and Superman

C)      Pygmalion

D)     Candida

Answer: A

 

39.   What was Shaw's opinion on the use of violence in war?

A)     He believed that war was sometimes necessary to achieve political goals, but that violence should be used only as a last resort

B)      He believed that war was never justified and that all conflicts should be resolved through peaceful means

C)      He believed that war was an inevitable part of human nature and that violence was a legitimate means of achieving victory

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the use of violence in war

Answer: B

 

40.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between socialism and capitalism and features the character of Frank Gardner, a young man who is torn between his love for the socialist activist Minnie and his loyalty to his wealthy family?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      The Philanderer

D)     John Bull's Other Island

Answer: A

 

41.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between tradition and modernity and features the character of Undershaft, a wealthy arms manufacturer who becomes involved with his estranged daughter, Barbara?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     Mrs. Warren's Profession

Answer: A

 

42.   In addition to being a playwright, what other profession did Shaw have?

A)     Actor

B)      Musician

C)      Journalist

D)     Lawyer

Answer: C

 

43.   What was Shaw's view on marriage?

A)     He believed that marriage was a sacred institution that should be protected at all costs

B)      He believed that marriage was an outdated concept that should be abolished

C)      He believed that marriage was a social convention that could be reformed to better suit the needs of individuals and society

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the issue of marriage

Answer: C

 

44.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between love and money and features the character of Vivie Warren, a young woman who discovers that her mother has made a fortune as a brothel owner?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      Mrs. Warren's Profession

D)     The Philanderer

Answer: C

 

45.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between science and religion and features the character of Charles Lomax, a young man who is torn between his scientific beliefs and his religious upbringing?

A)     The Doctor's Dilemma

B)      Back to Methuselah

C)      Saint Joan

D)     Candida

Answer: B

 

 

46.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the sexes and features the character of Eliza Doolittle, a poor flower girl who is transformed into a lady through the efforts of Professor Henry Higgins?

A)     Pygmalion

B)      Candida

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: A

 

47.   What was Shaw's view on religion?

A)     He was a devout Christian who believed in the literal interpretation of the Bible

B)      He was an atheist who rejected all religious beliefs as irrational and unscientific

C)      He believed in the existence of a higher power but rejected organized religion as corrupt and oppressive

D)     He believed that religion was a personal matter and did not express a clear opinion on the issue

Answer: B

 

48.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the individual and society and features the character of John Tanner, a wealthy and independent-minded man who is pursued by the determined Ann Whitefield?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: D

 

49.   What was Shaw's opinion on the role of the artist in society?

A)     He believed that artists should use their talents to promote traditional values and morality

B)      He believed that artists should be free to express their ideas and opinions without censorship or interference

C)      He believed that artists should focus on entertaining audiences rather than challenging societal norms

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the role of the artist in society

Answer: B

 

50.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the upper and lower classes and features the character of Adolphus Cusins, a young man who becomes involved with the wealthy Undershaft family?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      The Philanderer

D)     John Bull's Other Island

Answer: A

 

 

51.   What was Shaw's political affiliation?

A)     He was a conservative who supported traditional values and institutions

B)      He was a liberal who advocated for individual rights and freedoms

C)      He was a socialist who believed in the redistribution of wealth and the abolition of private property

D)     He did not express a clear political affiliation

Answer: C

 

52.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the sexes and features the character of Candida, a woman who must choose between her husband, Reverend James Morell, and the passionate poet Eugene Marchbanks?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      Arms and the Man

D)     Man and Superman

Answer: B

 

53.   What was Shaw's opinion on the education system?

A)     He believed that the education system was fine as it was and did not need to be changed

B)      He believed that the education system was in need of reform to better serve the needs of individuals and society

C)      He believed that education was a waste of time and money

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the education system

Answer: B

 

54.            What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the medical profession and personal ethics and features the character of Sir Colenso Ridgeon, a doctor who must choose between saving the life of a brilliant artist and preserving the reputation of his profession?

A)     Major Barbara

B)      Candida

C)      The Doctor's Dilemma

D)     Saint Joan

Answer: C

 

55.   What was Shaw's view on war?

A)     He believed that war was a necessary evil that should be waged when necessary to protect national interests

B)      He believed that war was a barbaric and destructive practice that should be abolished

C)      He believed that war was a natural part of human history and could not be eliminated

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on war

Answer: B

 

 

56.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between love and money and features the character of Epifania Fitzfassenden, a wealthy woman who must choose between her fortune and her true love?

A)     Misalliance

B)      The Philanderer

C)      Getting Married

D)     The Millionairess

Answer: D

 

57.   What was Shaw's opinion on marriage?

A)     He believed that marriage was a necessary institution for the stability of society

B)      He believed that marriage was an outdated and oppressive institution that should be abolished

C)      He believed that marriage was a personal choice that should be left up to individuals

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on marriage

Answer: B

 

58.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the aristocracy and the working class and features the character of Jimmy Tarleton, a working-class man who becomes involved with the wealthy D'Arcy family?

A)     Heartbreak House

B)      You Never Can Tell

C)      John Bull's Other Island

D)     Mrs. Warren's Profession

Answer: C

 

59.   What was Shaw's view on the role of women in society?

A)     He believed that women should be confined to traditional domestic roles

B)      He believed that women should have equal rights and opportunities as men

C)      He believed that women should have the right to vote, but should not be allowed to hold political office

D)     He did not express a clear opinion on the role of women in society

Answer: B

 

60.   What was the name of Shaw's play that deals with the theme of the conflict between the generations and features the character of Captain Shotover, a retired sea captain who must confront his children's failed marriages and unhappy lives?

A)     Heartbreak House

B)      You Never Can Tell

C)      Misalliance

D)     Getting Married

Answer: A