In "Hard Times" by Charles Dickens, what was the name of the performing circus dog?

Literature Trivia / March 12, 2026

Merrylegs. The pooch in "Hard Times" was called Merrylegs, presumably because of his dancing style.

In "Cinderella", what was Gus the Mouse's real name?

Literature Trivia / March 12, 2026

Octavian. "Cinderella" is a folktale dating back to its earliest recording in the 1st century BC.

Abraham Lincoln thought that the greatest Shakespeare play was...?

Literature Trivia / March 11, 2026

Macbeth. Lincoln said, "I think nothing equals Macbeth".

What was the name of the Greek goddess of reason, who was also Zeus' favorite child?

Literature Trivia / March 11, 2026

Athena. Athena sprang from Zeus' forehead in full armor.

Who is kidnapped at the beginning of "The Husband" by Dean Koontz?

Literature Trivia / March 10, 2026

Holly Rafferty. The kidnappers in "The Husband" demand $2 million in cash within 60 hours.

What best-selling book is about an adolescent who is suspected of shooting her father?

Literature Trivia / March 10, 2026

Before You Know Kindness. "Before You Know Kindness" was written by Chris Bohjalian.