"Remarkable Creatures" Quiz
Two women in 19th century England defy societal expectations to pursue their passion for fossil hunting.
historical fiction | 352 pages | Published in NaN
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Test your knowledge about the book "Remarkable Creatures". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
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Essay questions
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- How do the characters of Mary Anning and Elizabeth Philpot challenge the societal expectations of women in the 19th century?
- In what ways does the setting of the novel, the coastal town of Lyme Regis, contribute to the overall themes and conflicts in the story?
- Discuss the significance of fossil hunting and the discovery of prehistoric creatures in the novel. How does this tie into the broader themes of the story?
- Examine the relationship between Mary Anning and Elizabeth Philpot. How does their friendship evolve throughout the novel?
- How does the novel explore the intersection of science, religion, and society during the 19th century?
- Analyze the role of gender and class in the characters' pursuit of scientific knowledge and recognition.
- Discuss the impact of historical events, such as the Napoleonic Wars, on the characters and their experiences in the novel.
