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Which novel features a pair of haunting eyes and bright red lips floating above a cityscape on its famous cover?
- The Catcher in the Rye
- The Great Gatsby
- To Kill a Mockingbird
- Gone with the Wind
Correct Answer: The Great Gatsby
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” is instantly recognizable by its mysterious cover art. Painted by Francis Cugat, the cover’s floating eyes and lips have become a symbol of the Jazz Age’s allure and melancholy. The image reflects the themes of longing and illusion in the novel, and has been endlessly referenced in pop culture for decades.
Which book cover features a red-orange background with a wild carousel horse?
- The Catcher in the Rye
- East of Eden
- The Grapes of Wrath
- The Outsiders
Correct Answer: The Catcher in the Rye
J.D. Salinger’s “The Catcher in the Rye” is known for its iconic cover featuring a bright red hunting cap. This hat is a symbol of Holden Caulfield’s individuality and his struggle with the adult world. The minimalist design has become a touchstone for generations of readers.
Which classic novel’s first edition cover shows a mockingbird perched on a branch?
- To Kill a Mockingbird
- Of Mice and Men
- The Sun Also Rises
- Invisible Man
Correct Answer: To Kill a Mockingbird
Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” has one of literature’s most beloved covers. The original cover art features a delicate mockingbird on a branch, symbolizing innocence and the moral themes at the heart of the story. The cover’s simple style has helped it stand the test of time.
What novel’s cover features a burning book, hinting at its central theme?
- The Bell Jar
- Fahrenheit 451
- Slaughterhouse-Five
- Beloved
Correct Answer: Fahrenheit 451
Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451” has a cover that often shows a book turning to flames, a direct nod to the story’s focus on censorship and the burning of books. This striking image has made the novel’s message impossible to ignore.
Which novel’s cover typically features a natural landscape—often with rabbits in a field or hilltop?
- Charlotte’s Web
- Watership Down
- Harriet the Spy
- Where the Red Fern Grows
Correct Answer: Watership Down
Richard Adams’ “Watership Down” features a haunting cover with a little boy beside a looming rabbit, hinting at the novel’s blend of innocence and danger. The image draws readers into a world where animals face epic struggles and deep friendships.
Which famous novel has a cover featuring a white whale emerging from the waves?
- Moby-Dick
- Old Man and the Sea
- The Sea Wolf
- White Fang
Correct Answer: Moby-Dick
Herman Melville’s “Moby-Dick” features a cover with a gigantic white whale breaking through the ocean, perfectly summing up the book’s epic and mysterious adventure. The cover’s stark, dramatic imagery has become a staple in American literary iconography.
Besides founding Festivaltopia, Luca is the co founder of trib, an art and fashion collectiv you find on several regional events and online. Also he is part of the management board at HORiZONTE, a group travel provider in Germany.
