Poetry Trivia Questions
In case you missed them, here are the past five Columbia Granger's World of Poetry trivia questions of the day. .
May 3
Question:
What American poet is sometimes referred to as the precursor to Edgar Allan Poe?
Answer
Philip Freneau. His poem "The House of Night" anticipates many of the gothic sensibilities which would emerge among writers of the next generation.
May 2
Question:
What American poet and diplomat died while on a mission to Napoleon during his retreat from Moscow, and is buried in Poland?
Answer
May 1
Question:
Who secured the release of prisoners held for ranson in Algiers?
Answer
Joel Barlow, who was American consul at Algiers in 1795-1797.
April 30
April 29
Question:
What American poet was the daughter of one governor of Massachusetts, and married to another?
Answer
