World Book Day Facts
Which city was the first World Book capital in 2001?
Madrid
How many Harry Potter books are there?
7
Who is Batman's sidekick?
Robin
This book series about the adventures of a detective in London became very famous movies.
Sherlock Holmes
This author wrote the famous book series Lord of the Rings.
J R R Tolkien
When was the first year International Book Day was celebrated?
a)1995 c)1909 b)1959 d)1915
1995
What year was the first Harry Potter book released?
a) 1987 b)1994 c)1997 d)2001
1997
Where is Superman from?
Krypton
This book about a girl who fell into a rabbit hole became a movie starring Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter.
Alice in Wonderland
These guys are known for writing gruesome fairy tales which Disney has since adapted to provide happily ever afters.
The Brothers Grimm
International Book Day was dedicated to what popular Spanish author?
Miguel de Cervantes
How many words are in all of the Harry Potter books combined?
a) 1,100,086 b) 3,408,203
1,100,086
What is the Hulk's real name?
Bruce Banner
This very famous book by Bram Stoker has been made into a horror film many times.
Dracula
This French author wrote a beloved story about a prince that has been translated into many languages.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery
What region in Spain celebrates another holiday on World Book Day?
Catalonia- St. George's Day
Who says this quote, "Happiness can be found in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light."
Dumbledore
This Amazonian daughter of Zeus fights for justice and peace, who is she?
Wonder Woman
This book became a very famous movie about a girl who gets transported to a different world with her dog Toto and must find her way home.
The Wizard of Oz
This author is known for writing Matilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Roald Dahl
What popular English writer died on World Book Day, April 23rd?
William Shakespeare
When is Harry Potter's birthday?
31st July
This Russian spy is now a member of the Avengers. What is their name?
Natasha "Romanoff" Romanova - Black Widow
This book series about siblings who discover a new world behind a closet became a fantastic movie series.
The Chronicles of Narnia (The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe)
This Chilean author wrote a book about a city of beasts.
Isabel Allende