Book Trivia - Susan Quilty

Outside of being a writer, I’m also an avid reader, and I love book trivia! Just for fun, I decided to make up some quizzes based on books I love, books I’ve written, and stories from my Freely Written podcast. Some also explore writing, words, and related topics.

Note: With most of these quizzes, repeat plays may bring up a different set of questions.

Can you take the book trivia crown? Try your luck with these quick quizzes! (More to come!)

Name That Book!
Name MY Book!
Freely Writ ten Trivia

Dystopian Book Trivia
Writing Terms
Words Ending in -Nym

Susan Quilty wearing a crown, peeking from behind her laptop as if challenging you to a book trivia quiz

Name That Book!

Can you match these book descriptions to the correct title? The answers are books that have influenced me both personally and as a writer.

1 / 7

Librarian Henry DeTamble and artist Clare Abshire share a time-tested love as they navigate circumstances beyond their control.

The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger

Love Story by Erich Segal

That's not it, but it is another book I love that is centered around a tragic romance.

You got it! In the early 2000s, The Time Traveler's Wife impressed me with its non-linear storytelling and the idea of a couple experiencing their relationship in a vastly different way. Learn More

2 / 7

When an experiment gives a young man special insight, he must face how his new-found intelligence changes his view of himself and his relationships.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime by Mark Haddon

Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

Sorry, no. Though reading any of these books may change the way you see the world.

Nice! Did you read Flowers for Algernon in school, too? As a child, I was interested because of my pet mice. As an adult, I appreciate the heartbreaking story. Learn More

3 / 7

Raised mostly in a boarding school, a young woman finds herself walking the line between life and death as she searches for her father in the Old Kingdom.

Sabriel by Garth Nix

Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine

A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle

No, but I do love books with strong women protagonists going on wild adventures!

That's the one! Though I was skeptical of the necromancy angle, I'm so glad I gave Sabriel a chance! The series is phenomenal with an underlying story that comes together unexpectedly well. Learn More

4 / 7

When an 11-year-old orphan is adopted by an elderly brother and sister, her charm and imagination delight and disrupt the residents of Prince Edward Island.

A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Heidi by Johanna Spyri

Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery

Good guess, but no. That was a childhood favorite, too, but more for the Shirley Temple movies I would watch with my mom.

Correct! Reading Anne of Green Gables got me through a lonely childhood as Anne is definitely a kindred spirit! Learn More

5 / 7

In an automated world where citizens are divided into engineers and displaced workers, Paul Proteus' discontent leads him into rebellion against the machines.

Player Piano by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham

I, Robot by Isaac Asimov

Sorry, no. Did you guess based on the title? Sometimes that works, but not this time.

Correct! I first read Player Piano as a teenager in the 1990s. The book is surprisingly relevant, though it doesn't get as much attention today. Learn More

6 / 7

A preteen girl moves to a new town, makes new friends, faces puberty, and questions her religious faith.

Light a Single Candle by Beverly Butler

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume

Tread Softly by Corinne Gerson

No, but if you can find a copy of this out-of-print book, give it a read. It was a childhood favorite!

Yes! Like most girls in the 1980s, I was obsessed with Judy Blume. Are You There God? It's Me Margaret holds up well, and I love the movie made in 2023. Learn More

7 / 7

When a preteen boy is attacked by monsters, he soon discovers his secret parentage and demigod status. The revelation comes with a camp full of new friends... and enemies.

The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Eragon by Christopher Paolini

No, but each of these books kicks off a great series about a young boy with a fantastic future.

Correct! The Lightning Thief is the first book in the Percy Jackson series. I love the tone of these books and the Greek mythology woven throughout. Learn More

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Name MY Book!

Can you match these brief descriptions of my books to the correct title? This simple quiz is a fun, interactive overview of my books.

1 / 7

Between bleary sips of late night bourbon, a school teacher rediscovers her love of art and is drawn back into the events of a traumatic day.

To the Left of Death

The Insistence of Memory

Family and Foes

Sorry, no. But if you like psychological drama and a journey toward recovery, Click Here

Correct. This heartfelt story also explores an unsolved mystery and the hard work of reconnecting with friends after a tragedy. Learn More

2 / 7

In this last book of its series, Amanda Jones faces her most personal challenge yet: a journey that will help her find her true place in the world.

Family and Foes

Elders and Aliens

Healers and Thieves

No, but you're so close! All three of these books make up the Psychic Traveler Society trilogy. If you're interesting in contemporary YA fiction with a fantasy twist, Click Here

Correct! Through the three books in the Psychic Traveler Society series, Amanda Jones overcomes challenges that teach her more about herself and the many worlds around her. Learn More

3 / 7

This eclectic mix of short stories made their debut in podcast form.

Audrey and Esther Geekify Greenville

Freely Written Vol. 1

Elders and Aliens

Nice try, but no. If you want to find out more about my short story podcast, Click Here

Yes! Too easy? Freely Written is both a podcast and a collection of short stories from that podcast. Learn More

4 / 7

A young widow faces a tough decision when she discovers her late husband's invention: a machine that can record memories and play them back in someone else's mind.

Healers and Thieves

To the Left of Death

The Insistence of Memory

That's not it, but if you're intrigued by the idea of watching each other's memories, Click Here

Yes! While Joanne wants to support Jeff's project, she's worried about secrets in her own dark past. Learn More

5 / 7

Just before her 15th birthday, Amanda Jones is shocked to discover that the house of her daydreams can open doors to strange new worlds.

Family and Foes

Healers and Thieves

Elders and Aliens

No, but you're so close! All three of these books make up the Psychic Traveler Society trilogy. If you're interesting in contemporary YA fiction with a fantasy twist, Click Here

Yes, indeed! Amanda's initiation with the Psychic Traveler Society begins after she discovers her secret ability to step into a whole new world. Learn More

6 / 7

Wacky hijinks ensue when two friends spend a weekend at a local comic and pop culture con.

Audrey and Esther Geekify Greenville

The Insistence of Memory

Freely Written Vol. 1

Sorry, no. But if that sounds like a story you would like to read, Click Here

Absolutely right! This silly, choose-your-ending style book blends tropes from three genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and RomCom. Learn More

7 / 7

After learning the basics of her new abilities, Amanda Jones finds that her secret world may be in trouble and it's up to her to help--while juggling life as a 'normal' high school student.

Elders and Aliens

Healers and Thieves

Family and Foes

No, but you're so close! All three of these books make up the Psychic Traveler Society trilogy. If you're interesting in contemporary YA fiction with a fantasy twist, Click Here

You got it! Amanda Jones' journey continues in Family and Foes. This YA trilogy begins with book 1: Healers and Thieves. Learn More

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Freely Written Trivia

Do you listen to my Freely Written podcast? How well do you know the stories? Test your memory with this quick quiz!

1 / 7

In episode 78, Invisible Work, how does Carrie get an invisible elf to help around the house?

She won a raffle at her nephew's special school

She didn't. The elf is an elaborate prank.

She writes a letter to Santa Claus.

Nice try, but she won the elf in a raffle. I love the idea of an invisible elf to help with all of the 'invisible work' around the house! Don't you? Listen Here

Correct! I love the idea of an invisible elf to help with all of the 'invisible work' around the house! Don't you? Listen Here

2 / 7

Who is excited about an upcoming pizza party in episode 72, Pizza Party?

Gina's grandmother

The owner of a new pizzeria

Classroom mice

No, though I can imagine a story around that, too. Can you? Check out Pizza Party to see why the mice are excited. Listen Here

Correct! Growing up, I had pet mice that I adored. I'm surprised they don't creep into more of my stories! I did have fun adding them to Pizza Party. Listen Here

3 / 7

What was the first story to air on Freely Written?

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Unicorns and Rainbows

Grocery Store Sushi

Nice try, but no. The first episode, Grocery Store Sushi, aired on March 16, 2021. It's still one of my favorites! Listen Here

Correct! The first episode, Grocery Store Sushi, aired on March 16, 2021. It's still one of my favorites! Listen Here

4 / 7

What help is being offered in episode 97, No Help?

Directions while driving

Solving a crossword puzzle

Sewing on a button

Great guess, but not this time. No Help is a sweet story where Gramps teaches his granddaughter a little lesson on accepting help. Listen Here

Correct! No Help is a sweet story where Gramps teaches his granddaughter a little lesson on accepting help. Listen Here

5 / 7

What's the central story in episode 71, Where Do I Begin?

A heartfelt apology from a cheating student

A jungle trek with lost treasure hunters

A rambling story about a real estate conference

No, but maybe that will show up in another story! This time, a rambling story about an early return from a real estate conference has many twists and turns. Listen Here

Yes! This rambling story about an early return from a real estate conference has many twists and turns. Listen Here

6 / 7

In episode 4, The Goose in the House, who are Sheryl and Ted worried about?

Sheryl's cousin

The gardner

The writer

Sorry, no... Did you miss The Goose in the House? Add it to your next story break! Listen Here

Yes! I love the existential angst that comes up when Sheryl and Ted decide the writer must have put the goose in their house. Listen Here

7 / 7

What is special about the campers in episode 61 Summer Camp?

They are clones preparing to meet their originals

They are suburban kids staying in a city for the first time

They are magical beings learning how to act like humans

No, but now I want to write that story, too! The campers in Summer Camp are learning how to hide their magic abilities and blend in with humans. Listen Here

Yes! The campers in Summer Camp are learning how to hide their magic abilities and blend in with humans. Listen Here

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Dystopian Book Trivia

Do you love dystopia? Try these simple questions about some well-known dystopian fiction, including some of my favorite books!

1 / 7

In the Hunger Games series, by Suzanne Collins, what does the Capitol do to their Avox servants?

Cut their tongues out

Genetically engineer them to be mute

Genetically engineer them to be deaf

Panem turns captured traitors into Avoxes by cutting out their tongues and sentencing them to a life of servitude in the Capitol.

2 / 7

In Nineteen Eighty-Four, by George Orwell, where does Winston work?

The Ministry of Peace

The Ministry of Truth

The Ministry of Love

Winston works as a clerk in the Ministry of Truth. He updates historical records to match the Party's current propaganda.

3 / 7

In Lois Lowry's The Giver, how are families formed within the Community?

At age 20, couples can mutually request permission to be wed

Spouses are assigned and later given children to raise

Couples must prove their commitment before starting a family

Couples are assigned spouses and given children, one boy and one girl, at appropriate intervals. They separate after their children are raised.

4 / 7

In Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451, how does Guy Montag offend his wife's friends?

He reads them poetry

He insults their fashion sense

He shows them pictures of burn victims

The women are offended when Guy reads poetry because all books have been banned, based on the idea that books and learning lead to unhappiness.

5 / 7

In Suzanne Collin's The Hunger Games, who gives Katniss the mockingjay pin that she wears to the games?

Her sister, Prim

The Mayor's daughter, Madge

Her friend, Gale

In the novel, the mayor's daughter gives Katniss the Mockingjay pin. It had belonged to her aunt, Maysilee Donnor, who was a tribute in the 50th Hunger Games.

6 / 7

In The Giver, by Lois Lowry, children are assigned to their career path at the age of twelve. What unusual job is Jonas given?

Releaser

Receiver

Revealer

Jonas is chosen to become the next Receiver, a special, revered job that only one man holds.

7 / 7

In Brave New World, by Aldous Huxley, what mood-altering drug are citizens encouraged to take?

Prosac

Pax

Soma

Soma is a government-issued drug that keeps everyone in a state of comfortable bliss. Higher doses are taken in times of stress.

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Writing Terms

This quick quiz includes an eclectic mix of terms describing writing style, structure, and publishing. Can you get them right?

1 / 7

Which term describes a story or poem that is written to convey a hidden meaning?

Analogy

Anthology

Allegory

Allegory describes fiction with a hidden meaning; analogy compares two things to provide clarity; anthology is a collection of stories, poems, essays, etc. by multiple authors.

2 / 7

Which of these plot points are part of the Hero's Journey writing structure?

The Ordinary World, Meeting the Mentor, Return with the Elixir

First Crisis, Dark Night of the Soul, Pre-Climax

Zone of Comfort, Catalyst, Catastrophe

The Hero's Journey is a popular writing structure in fiction. It follows 12 phases, including: The Ordinary World, Meeting the Mentor, and Return with the Elixir.

3 / 7

Which term refers to the mistaken use of a word for a similar sounding word, typically with amusing results?

Malapropism

Spoonerism

Gaffe

Malapropism refers to using a wrong but similar sounding word in a phrase; spoonerism is switching the first sounds of two words; a gaffe is an unintentional or mistaken remark or act that causes embarrassment.

4 / 7

What term describes a legal right assigned to the owner of a finished work?

Copy writing

Copy editing

Copyright refers to ownership of a finished work; copy writing is writing text for marketing products or services; copy editing is editing text for basic spelling, grammar, and consistency.

5 / 7

Which point of view (POV) uses "you, your" narration:

First person

Third person

Second person

Second person POV includes "you, your" narration, meaning the narrator is talking directly to the reader.

6 / 7

Which term describes a literary style where words in a phrase begin with the same sound?

Consonance

Assonance

Alliteration

Alliteration is a repeat of sounds at the beginning of words in a phrase; assonance repeats a vowel sound in a word or phrase; consonance repeats a consonant sound in a word or phrase.

7 / 7

Which point of view (POV) uses "he, she, they" narration:

Third person

Second person

First person

Second person POV includes "he, she, they" narration, meaning the narrator is telling a story about the characters.

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Words Ending in -nym

English includes a lot of words that end in -nym. Do you know what those words mean? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!

1 / 7

Which term refers to a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different pronunciation and meaning?

Homonym

Antonym

Heteronym

Heteronyms share the same spelling but are pronounced differently and have different meanings. Some examples: bass, close, does, lead, wound.

2 / 7

Which word refers to a place or item named after a person?

Eponym

Anonym

Aptronym

An eponym refers to something named after a person. For example, sandwich comes from James Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich.

3 / 7

Which word refers to a single name used for a famous person?

Mononym

Hyponym

Anonym

A person who goes by a mononym is known by a single name. Examples include Cher, Madonna, Prince, Adele, Bono, Twiggy, Michelangelo, Plato, Socrates.

4 / 7

Which term describes the name of a place that is used by the people who live there?

Tautonym

Endonym

Exonym

Endonyms are names for a place (or language, people, etc.) that are used by the people who live there. Examples: Deutschland (Germany), Firenze (Florence), Nihon or Nippon (Japan).

5 / 7

Which term describes a word that has two opposite meanings?

Hyponym

Cryptonym

Contronym

Contronyms are words that have opposite meanings. Such as: left, overlook, screen, weather. Also called Janus words.

6 / 7

Which word is used to described an unnamed or unknown person?

Ananym

Anonym

Mononym

An anonym is used for an anonymous person, such as John Doe or Jane Doe. It can also describe a fake name used to hide an author's identity.

7 / 7

Which word describes a phrase that is made up to match the first initials of a word?

Retronym

Backronym

Contronym

A backronym is a made-up phrase to fit an existing word, like an acronym in reverse. For example, placid existence and calm environment for the word peace.

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