Victor Hugo's Life
What year was Hugo born?
1802
What artistic movement was Hugo a part of?
Romanticism
What novel features a character named Quasimodo?
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame
Besides being a writer, what was another career Hugo had?
Politician
In what country was Victor Hugo born in?
France
What famous French leader rose to power during Hugo's lifetime?
Napoleon Bonaparte
What famous novel did he publish in 1862?
Les Miserables
What social issue did Hugo speak out about?
Poverty
In what city did Hugo die in?
Paris
What country experienced several revolutions during his lifetime?
France
What cathedral in the Hunchback of Notre-Dame?
Notre-Dame Cathedral
How long was Hugo in exile for?
Nearly 20 years
What year did Hugo die?
1885
Why was Victor Hugo forced to leave France in 1851?
He opposed Napoleon lll's takeover of the government.
What 1830 play helped introduce Romanticism in French theater?
Hernani
What did Les Miserable bring attention to?
Poverty and the unfair treatment of people.
In what year did Hugo return to France after being exiled?
1870
What 3 things did Romanticism focus on?
Emotion, imagination, and individual freedom.
What play challenged traditional French theater?
Cromwell
What important ideas did Hugo encourage people to think about through his writing?
Freedom, equality, and fairness.