Themes and Symbols in Classical Literature Quiz

Dive into the meanings of symbols in classics like The Odyssey, Moby Dick, and The Great Gatsby through our quiz.

#1

What does the symbol of the conch shell represent in William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'?

Civilization and order
Barbarism and chaos
Individualism and freedom
Religion and spirituality
#2

In Homer's 'The Odyssey,' what does the symbol of the Lotus Eaters represent?

Contentment and satisfaction
Isolation and loneliness
Desire and temptation
Strength and resilience
#3

In Dante Alighieri's 'The Divine Comedy,' what does the number three symbolize?

Trinity
Eternity
Perfection
Redemption
#4

What does the symbolism of the Green Light in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby' represent?

Hope and the American Dream
Jealousy and envy
Betrayal and deceit
Nostalgia and longing
#5

What does the symbolism of the White Whale, Moby Dick, represent in Herman Melville's novel?

Vengeance
Purity
Serenity
Obsession
#6

What does the symbol of the river Styx represent in Greek mythology?

Life and death
Forgiveness and redemption
Immortality
Eternal suffering
#7

What does the symbol of the rose represent in 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco?

Beauty and purity
Secrecy and mystery
Death and decay
Love and passion

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