Hard Times: Context & Writers Techniques (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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At what age did Dickens move to London?
At what age did Dickens move to London?
Ten years old
How many children did Dickens have with Catherine Hogarth?
How many children did Dickens have with Catherine Hogarth?
Ten children
In what year was 'Hard Times' written?
In what year was 'Hard Times' written?
1854
During which months was 'Hard Times' serialised in 1854?
During which months was 'Hard Times' serialised in 1854?
April to August
What are the three books that structure 'Hard Times'?
What are the three books that structure 'Hard Times'?
Sowing, Reaping, Garnering
What is the name of the industrial town setting in 'Hard Times'?
What is the name of the industrial town setting in 'Hard Times'?
Coketown
What does the circus symbolise in 'Hard Times'?
What does the circus symbolise in 'Hard Times'?
Creativity, freedom & imagination
What does the performing horse Pegasus symbolise?
What does the performing horse Pegasus symbolise?
Imagination & mythic grandeur
What does Mr. Gradgrind's name symbolically suggest?
What does Mr. Gradgrind's name symbolically suggest?
Grinding down of creativity
What does utilitarianism value over emotions & imagination?
What does utilitarianism value over emotions & imagination?
Practical outcomes & facts