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Ben Jhonson Mcqs

The document contains multiple-choice questions about Ben Jonson, highlighting his contemporaries, notable works, themes, and literary style. Key points include his association with William Shakespeare, the main theme of 'Volpone' being greed and corruption, and his recognition as the first Poet Laureate. Additionally, it emphasizes Jonson's use of satirical comedy and the 'Comedy of Humours' in his writing.

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Ben Jhonson Mcqs

The document contains multiple-choice questions about Ben Jonson, highlighting his contemporaries, notable works, themes, and literary style. Key points include his association with William Shakespeare, the main theme of 'Volpone' being greed and corruption, and his recognition as the first Poet Laureate. Additionally, it emphasizes Jonson's use of satirical comedy and the 'Comedy of Humours' in his writing.

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Here are some multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on Ben Jonson, along with their answers:

Ben Jonson MCQs with Answers

1. Ben Jonson was a contemporary of which famous playwright?


a) Christopher Marlowe
b) John Milton
c) William Shakespeare
d) Geoffrey Chaucer
✅ Answer: c) William Shakespeare

2. Which of the following is NOT a play written by Ben Jonson?


a) Volpone
b) The Alchemist
c) Every Man in His Humour
d) Doctor Faustus
✅ Answer: d) Doctor Faustus (written by Christopher Marlowe)

3. What is the main theme of Jonson’s play Volpone?


a) The dangers of political power
b) Greed and corruption
c) Romantic love
d) The supernatural
✅ Answer: b) Greed and corruption

4. Which of Ben Jonson’s plays is a satire on alchemy and deception?


a) The Alchemist
b) Volpone
c) Sejanus His Fall
d) Bartholomew Fair
✅ Answer: a) The Alchemist

5. Ben Jonson was known for his use of what type of comedy?
a) Romantic comedy
b) Satirical comedy
c) Tragicomedy
d) Absurdist comedy
✅ Answer: b) Satirical comedy

6. What was Ben Jonson’s profession apart from being a playwright?


a) Soldier
b) Carpenter
c) School teacher
d) Lawyer
✅ Answer: a) Soldier
7. Which of the following terms is associated with Ben Jonson’s literary style?
a) Metaphysical poetry
b) Comedy of Humours
c) Sentimental drama
d) Gothic literature
✅ Answer: b) Comedy of Humours

8. Ben Jonson was the first poet to be given what special honor by the English monarchy?
a) Poet Laureate
b) Knighthood
c) A dedicated theater
d) Royal playwright
✅ Answer: a) Poet Laureate

9. What is the meaning of Volpone, the title of one of Jonson’s most famous plays?
a) The Fox
b) The Trickster
c) The Alchemist
d) The Devil
✅ Answer: a) The Fox

10. In which period did Ben Jonson write most of his works?
a) Middle Ages
b) Renaissance
c) Romantic Era
d) Victorian Era
✅ Answer: b) Renaissance

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