+8 Best American Novel Trivia and Quizzes in United States

Are you a bookworm who loves to dive into the captivating world of literature? Do you find yourself lost in the pages of American novels, exploring the depths of imagination and storytelling? If so, get ready to put your literary knowledge to the test with our exciting quiz on American novels! From the classic works that have stood the test of time to the contemporary bestsellers shaping our reading lists today, American literature is a treasure trove of diverse voices and compelling narratives. Whether you're a fan of the Great American Novel or enjoy exploring lesser-known gems, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the rich tapestry of American literary history. Step into the shoes of iconic characters, journey through different time periods and regions of the United States, and immerse yourself in the vivid imagery painted by some of the greatest American authors. From the heart-wrenching tragedies to the heartwarming tales of triumph, American novels have the power to transport us to new worlds and evoke a myriad of emotions. Test your knowledge of Pulitzer Prize winners, New York Times bestsellers, and cult classics that have left a lasting impact on readers across the nation. Whether you're a seasoned book club connoisseur or simply enjoy curling up with a good novel on a rainy day, this quiz will challenge and delight you in equal measure. So grab your favorite reading nook, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and embark on a literary journey through the pages of American novels. Let's see if you have what it takes to ace this quiz and prove yourself as a true aficionado of American literature!

Masters of the written word: Play our American authors quiz!

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  • Which of these is a character of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"?

    Tom Sawyer
  • Which of these classic American novels features a great white whale?

    Moby Dick
  • Jay Gatsby is a popular character from which famous novel?

    The Great Gatsby
  • What is Huckleberry's surname in the books by Mark Twain?

    Finn
  • Who wrote The Old Man and the Sea?

    Ernest Hemingway
  • Who pursues the titular Moby Dick in Herman Melville's novel?

    Captain Ahab
  • Which of these novels was written by F. Scott Fitzgerald?

    The Great Gatsby (1925)
  • The Overlook Hotel is the setting for which Stephen King's novel?

    The Shining
  • Who is the author of the novel "Of Mice and Men"?

    John Steinbeck
  • Who wrote "Moby Dick"?

    Herman Melville
  • Who is the author of "The Game of Thrones" series of books?

    George R. R. Martin
  • What type of work is A Streetcar Named Desire?

    A play
  • Tom Clancy has written many books in which genre of fiction?

    Military
  • Which mountain is in Hemingway's short story "The Snows of ..."?

    Kilimanjaro
  • What character serves as the narrator of "Moby Dick"?

    Ishmael
  • Which of these novels was written by Dan Brown?

    Da Vinci Code
  • Who is the author of the novel "On The Road"?

    Jack Kerouac
  • Who is the author of "The Catcher In The Rye"?

    J. D. Salinger
  • Which of these is a popular character from the novel Little Women?

    Josephine
  • In which Edgar Allan Poe horror story is a man walled inside a tomb?

    The Cask of Amontillado

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  • Rhett Butler is a character in which famous American novel?

    Gone with the Wind
  • The 1851 novel 'Moby Dick' is about which type of animal?

    Whale
  • Which of these books was written by Harper Lee?

    To Kill a Mockingbird
  • Which of these novels is set during the Great Depression?

    The Grapes of Wrath
  • What symbol is prominently featured in the novel "The Scarlet Letter"?

    Letter "A"
  • What is the surname of the sisters in the novel "Little Women"?

    March
  • Who is the author of "Walden; or, Life in the Woods"?

    Henry David Thoreau
  • What comes after "Fahrenheit" in the name of a famous novel?

    451
  • "The Invisible Man" is a 1933 film based on a novel by whom?

    H.G. Wells
  • What's the name of the protagonist of Salinger's Catcher in the Rye?

    Holden Caulfield
  • Which popular American author wrote the book "Slaughterhouse-Five"?

    Kurt Vonnegut
  • Who was the writer of the non-fiction novel In Cold Blood?

    Truman Capote
  • Who is Jay Gatsby's love interest in "The Great Gatsby"?

    Daisy
  • Ignatius J. Reilly is the main character of which iconic novel?

    A Confederacy of Dunces
  • "Beloved" is a 1987 Pulitzer-winning novel by whom?

    Toni Morrison
  • Which writer set his stories in the fictional Yoknapatawpha County?

    William Faulkner

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Do You Like Mystery? Play Our Gripping Thrillers & Crime Novels Quiz!

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  • Which American author wrote the detective novel "The Maltese Falcon"?

    Dashiell Hammett
  • Which writer is credited with writing the first modern detective story?

    Edgar Allan Poe
  • Based on a real crime, "An American Tragedy" is a novel by whom?

    Theodore Dreiser
  • Which of these is a novel by John Grisham?

    The Firm
  • Who created the fictional private investigator Philip Marlowe?

    Raymond Chandler
  • When did Nancy Drew, the character of the mystery novels, first appear?

    1930
  • Who wrote the novel "The Silence of the Lambs"?

    Thomas Harris
  • Chester Gould created which detective?

    Dick Tracy
  • "The Lost Symbol" was a 2009 best-selling thriller by which author?

    Dan Brown
  • "American Psycho" is a 1991 novel by which of these authors?

    Bret Easton Ellis
  • Which of the following is a top selling novel by John Grisham?

    The Pelican Brief
  • Who wrote mystery novels about a struggling female professional golfer?

    Charlotte Elkins
  • Which of these novels belongs to the Robert Langdon series?

    Inferno
  • Before becoming a novelist, what was John Grisham's job?

    Lawyer
  • "L.A. Confidential" is a 1997 crime film based on a novel by whom?

    James Ellroy
  • Who wrote the novel Psycho?

    Robert Bloch
  • What American writer is best known for her Aimee Leduc mystery novels?

    Cara Black

Come Visit the Athens of America with our Boston Quiz!

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  • Which of these classic American novels is set in Boston?

    The Scarlet Letter
  • What was the Boston Tea Party?

    Protest
  • In what year was the city of Boston founded?

    1630
  • Boston is home to which baseball stadium?

    Fenway Park
  • Ted Danson ran a Boston bar in which classic comedy?

    Cheers
  • Which group founded Boston in 1630?

    Puritans
  • Which of these iconic crime movies takes place in the city of Boston?

    The Departed
  • What was the original name of the city of Boston?

    Trimountaine
  • Which U.S. state has the Boston Terrier as its state dog?

    Massachusetts
  • In which year did The Boston Tea Party take place?

    1773
  • The city of Boston receives a Christmas tree annually from where?

    Nova Scotia
  • Who led the Boston Tea Party in 1773?

    Samuel Adams
  • From which US city is the rock band Boston?

    Boston
  • What major holiday was banned in Boston in 1659?

    Christmas
  • What were the names of the ships taken over during the Boston Tea Party?

    Eleanor, Beaver, and Dartmouth
  • Which of these started in Boston in 1897?

    The Boston Marathon
  • The arrival of which tea ship led to the Boston Tea Party of 1773?

    Dartmouth
  • Who is credited with coining Boston's "Hub of the Universe" nickname?

    Oliver Wendell Holmes
  • How many seasons did Boston Legal have?

    Five

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We Celebrate American Authors with This Best-Selling Books Quiz!

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  • Which 1972 film by Francis Ford Coppola is based on a best-selling novel?

    The Godfather
  • Which American author wrote the best-selling memoir "Eat, Pray, Love"?

    Elizabeth Gilbert
  • Which American best-selling author wrote "The Hunt for Red October"?

    Tom Clancy
  • Which author wrote the legal thriller "The Firm"?

    John Grisham
  • Jason Bourne was created by which novelist?

    Robert Ludlum
  • Who is the author of the top-selling novel "The Da Vinci Code"?

    Dan Brown
  • Which bestselling author has a videogame franchise named after him?

    Tom Clancy
  • What Cormac McCarthy's novel revolves around a drug deal gone bad?

    No Country for Old Men
  • Who's the bestselling author of the "Odd Thomas" book series?

    Dean Koontz
  • Who wrote the bestselling book "Are you there God? It's me, Margaret"?

    Judy Blume
  • According to the World Guinness Record which is the best-selling book?

    The Bible
  • Which politician wrote the 2003 bestselling book 'Living History'?

    Hillary Clinton
  • Who is the author of the Hunger Games book series?

    Suzanne Collins
  • What is Dan Brown's "Robert Langdon" series' first book?

    Angels & Demons
  • What is the title of Barack Obama's second book, published in 2006?

    The Audacity of Hope
  • Every year from 1994-2000, who had the best-selling new fiction work?

    John Grisham
  • Which bestselling author first tried to become a pop star?

    Dan Brown

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