Question 1

Dryden's critical work 'The Essay of Dramatick Poesie' got published in _______________

Accepted Answer

Dryden's "The Essay of Dramatick Poesie" was published in 1668. It is a seminal work in the history of literary criticism.

Question 2

_______________has been called 'the Shakespeare of divines'.

Accepted Answer

Jeremy Taylor has been referred to as 'the Shakespeare of divines' due to his eloquent and poetic use of the English language in his theological writings, much like Shakespeare's mastery in literature.

Question 3

In vindication of his plea for liberty of the press, John Milton wrote _______________  .

Accepted Answer

Areopagitica is a pamphlet written by John Milton advocating for the freedom of the press and against censorship.

Question 4

The period of 1625 to 1660 of English history is also recognised as _______________.

Accepted Answer

The period from 1625 to 1660 in English history is known as the Caroline period, named after King Charles I, who ruled from 1625 until his execution in 1649. This era is marked by significant political, social, and cultural changes, including the English Civil War and the establishment of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell.

Quiz 1: Notable People and Events in English Literature and History

Dryden's critical work 'The Essay of Dramatick Poesie' got published in _______________

_______________has been called 'the Shakespeare of divines'.

In vindication of his plea for liberty of the press, John Milton wrote _______________ .

The period of 1625 to 1660 of English history is also recognised as _______________.