Multiple choice general knowledge

During his lifetime, Herman Melville's Moby Dick sold only 50 copies.

  1. True

  2. False

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The claim that Moby Dick sold only 50 copies during Melville's lifetime is a widely-repeated exaggeration. While the novel was indeed a commercial disappointment and sold poorly (around 3,000 copies), the '50 copies' figure is not supported by publishing records.