Food and Feasting in Literature
Fictional characters known for their love of food, elaborate meals, and epicurean pursuits in literature
Questions
Which fictional character is known for his love of elaborate feasts and his pursuit of the perfect meal?
- Sherlock Holmes
- Atticus Finch
- Jay Gatsby
- Jean Valjean
Which character in Charles Dickens' novel "A Tale of Two Cities" is known for his love of wine and his epicurean lifestyle?
- Charles Darnay
- Sydney Carton
- Marquis St. Evrémonde
- Alexandre Manette
Which character in J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" is known for his love of food and his hearty appetite?
- Bilbo Baggins
- Gandalf
- Thorin Oakenshield
- Smaug
Which character in Roald Dahl's novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" is known for his love of chocolate and his eccentric personality?
- Willy Wonka
- Charlie Bucket
- Grandpa Joe
- Veruca Salt
Which character in Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist" is known for his love of food and his ability to eat large quantities?
- Oliver Twist
- Artful Dodger
- Nancy
- Bill Sikes
Which character in J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series is known for his love of food and his magical feasts?
- Harry Potter
- Ron Weasley
- Hermione Granger
- Albus Dumbledore