World Book Day

Question 1

In Harry Potter, who is known for being the Potions Master at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry?

Accepted Answer

Severus Snape

Question 2

In J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan what is the name of the fairy companion?

Accepted Answer

Tinker Bell

Question 3

Which famous British author wrote the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?

Accepted Answer

Roald Dahl

Question 4

The name Wendy only became popular after being used for the character Wendy Darling in the play & novel Peter Pan.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

What is the name of the main character and narrator in Rick Riordan's Heroes of Olympus book series

Accepted Answer

Percy Jackson

Question 6

Reading for at least 6 minutes a day has been proven to significantly reduce stress.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

In Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are, what does Max LEARN during his journey to the land of the Wild Things?

Accepted Answer

He realizes the importance of love, acceptance, and a sense of belonging.

Question 8

The Very Hungry Caterpillar has sold...

Accepted Answer

over 50 million copies worldwide

Question 9

Which children's author wrote the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series?

Accepted Answer

Jeff Kinney

Question 10

In the book Matilda, by Roald Dahl, what special ability does Matilda possess?

Accepted Answer

Telekinesis (the ability to move objects with her mind)

Question 11

_______________ is a series of horror novels written by American author R. L. Stine.

Accepted Answer

Goosebumps

Question 12

If you read for 20 minutes a day you will be exposed to approximately __________ per year.

Accepted Answer

1,800,000 words

Question 13

When J.K. Rowling tried to find a publisher for Harry Potter & The Philosopher's Stone, the book was...

Accepted Answer

rejected by TWELVE publishers before it was finally accepted

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