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Take the Book Blurb Matching Quiz

Match book summaries with their titles confidently

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
Learning OutcomesStudy Material
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Ready to test your book blurb matching skills? This book blurb quiz challenges you to pair engaging summaries with their titles and sharpen your blurb analysis. Perfect for avid readers and educators seeking a fun assessment, it complements a Book Comprehension Quiz or a Book Trivia Quiz. Plus, every question is fully customizable in our quizzes editor so you can tailor content to your needs. Dive in now and discover how well you can match blurbs to their books!

Which title matches the blurb: "A young wizard attends a magical school and confronts a dark sorcerer returning to power"?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
The Hobbit
Artemis Fowl
The Chronicles of Narnia
The description of a young wizard at a magic school confronting a dark sorcerer corresponds directly to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, where Harry begins his magical journey and faces Voldemort's first return.
Which title fits this blurb: "A small hobbit embarks on a perilous journey to destroy a powerful ring in a fiery mountain"?
The Lord of the Rings
The Hobbit
The Golden Compass
Alice in Wonderland
The epic quest to destroy a powerful ring in a volcanic mountain describes The Lord of the Rings trilogy, specifically the journey to Mount Doom in Mordor.
Which book matches this summary: "In a dystopian contest, teenagers fight to the death for public spectacle"?
The Hunger Games
Divergent
The Maze Runner
Ender's Game
The Hunger Games features a lethal televised competition among teenagers in a dystopian society, matching the summary exactly.
Which title corresponds to this blurb: "A governess takes care of an enigmatic ward and uncovers dark secrets at a remote estate"?
Jane Eyre
Wuthering Heights
Rebecca
Persuasion
In Jane Eyre, the governess Jane uncovers the mysteries of Thornfield Hall and her employer Mr. Rochester's hidden secrets, matching the blurb.
Which book matches: "In a totalitarian state, citizens are monitored constantly by an entity known as Big Brother"?
1984
Brave New World
Fahrenheit 451
Animal Farm
George Orwell's 1984 depicts a society under constant surveillance by Big Brother, making it the correct match for this blurb.
Select the title for this blurb: "A young girl enters a magical land through a wardrobe and joins creatures to overthrow a wicked witch".
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
The Wizard of Oz
Peter Pan
The journey through a wardrobe to join talking animals against the White Witch is specific to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
Which title goes with this summary: "A scientist revives a corpse into a sentient creature who yearns for acceptance"?
Frankenstein
The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Dracula
The Island of Dr Moreau
Frankenstein describes Victor Frankenstein creating a living being who struggles with isolation and humanity, matching this blurb.
Which title matches: "A spirited young woman clashes with a proud gentleman in Regency England"?
Pride and Prejudice
Sense and Sensibility
Emma
Persuasion
The romance and clash of manners between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy in Regency England is the heart of Pride and Prejudice.
Identify the book: "A disenchanted teen narrates his experiences in New York after being expelled from prep school".
The Catcher in the Rye
On the Road
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
A Separate Peace
Holden Caulfield's expulsion and his wanderings around New York City are central to The Catcher in the Rye.
Which title suits this epic blurb: "A hero faces monsters and gods while journeying home from a protracted war"?
The Odyssey
The Iliad
Beowulf
Aeneid
Odysseus's long voyage home filled with mythical challenges is the core of Homer's The Odyssey.
Select the title for this summary: "A marooned castaway survives on an uninhabited island for years".
Robinson Crusoe
Swiss Family Robinson
Treasure Island
Gulliver's Travels
Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe is famous for its detailed account of survival on a deserted island.
Which title corresponds to: "An aging man imagines himself a knight and sets out on absurd chivalric adventures"?
Don Quixote
The Three Musketeers
Les Misérables
A Tale of Two Cities
Miguel de Cervantes's Don Quixote is the satirical tale of a deluded nobleman-turned-knight errant.
Which book matches this blurb: "Russian families endure love and loss during the Napoleonic Wars"?
War and Peace
Crime and Punishment
Anna Karenina
The Brothers Karamazov
Tolstoy's War and Peace intertwines personal dramas with the broader backdrop of Napoleon's invasion of Russia.
Choose the title for: "An aristocratic vampire travels to England, bringing an ancient evil with him".
Dracula
Frankenstein
Carmilla
Interview with the Vampire
Bram Stoker's Dracula describes Count Dracula's journey from Transylvania to London, ushering in vampiric horror.
Which title fits: "A genetically engineered society maintains order with strict caste roles and mood drugs"?
Brave New World
1984
Fahrenheit 451
The Giver
Aldous Huxley's Brave New World portrays a future where genetic engineering and soma keep social stability.
Which title matches this blurb: "A symbologist uncovers hidden messages in Renaissance art linked to ancient religious secrets"?
The Da Vinci Code
Angels & Demons
The Lost Symbol
Inferno
Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code features a symbologist decoding clues in Leonardo da Vinci's works to reveal secret history.
Select the book for this summary: "A journey into the African Congo exposes the narrator to the horrors of colonial exploitation and madness".
Heart of Darkness
Lord Jim
Moby Dick
The Old Man and the Sea
Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness explores colonial cruelty and psychological breakdown along the Congo River.
Which title corresponds to: "An obsessive captain hunts a legendary white whale, risking his crew and his own sanity"?
Moby Dick
Billy Budd
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea
Herman Melville's Moby Dick centers on Captain Ahab's monomaniacal pursuit of the white whale that maimed him.
Identify the work: "A multi-generational saga follows the rise and fall of a family in the fictional town of Macondo".
One Hundred Years of Solitude
Love in the Time of Cholera
Chronicle of a Death Foretold
The Alchemist
Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude chronicles the Buendía family over generations in the magical town of Macondo.
Which book matches this blurb: "A famed Belgian detective investigates a mysterious murder aboard a snowbound luxury train"?
Murder on the Orient Express
And Then There Were None
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
The ABC Murders
Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express features Hercule Poirot solving a murder in the confined setting of the famous train.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify key elements of book blurbs and match them to titles
  2. Analyse descriptive language to infer correct book genres
  3. Evaluate summary cues for accurate title selection
  4. Apply critical reading strategies to blurb-to-title matching
  5. Demonstrate improved understanding of book marketing summaries

Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand the Purpose of a Blurb - Blurbs are punchy, enticing summaries that hook readers without giving away the ending. They highlight the story's main themes and conflicts in just a few lines, making readers eager for more. Learn more
  2. Identify Common Blurb Structures - Most effective blurbs introduce the protagonist and setting, present the central conflict, then hint at the stakes or resolution. This clear structure guides the reader through a mini story arc that builds intrigue. Learn more
  3. Recognize Genre-Specific Language - Genres speak their own language: romance blurbs drip with emotion, thrillers race with urgency, and fantasy bloom with wonder. Noticing these tonal shifts helps you match blurbs to their perfect genre. Learn more
  4. Analyze Descriptive Language for Genre Cues - Words like "haunting" scream horror, while "whimsical" transports you to a fantastical realm. Paying attention to these flavor words sharpens your genre radar and sharpens your reading game. Learn more
  5. Evaluate the Blurb's Tone and Style - A blurb's tone - be it cheeky, spooky, or epic - tells you what vibe to expect. Matching tone and style ensures readers get exactly the flavor they crave. Learn more
  6. Look for Character and Setting Details - Key hints like a "dystopian wasteland" or "charming small town" immediately place the story in a genre bubble. Spotting these details gives you a shortcut to the right title. Learn more
  7. Identify the Central Conflict - Every great blurb teases a core struggle - survival against monsters, a lovers' tug-of-war, or an impossible quest. Recognizing this conflict is like grabbing the story's golden ticket. Learn more
  8. Note the Use of Comparisons or References - Comparing a new novel to a bestselling classic or beloved author gives instant context. Recognizing these shout-outs helps you pinpoint style and audience in one swoop. Learn more
  9. Practice Critical Reading Strategies - Question every line: What's the hook? Who's the hero? What's the risk? Actively summarizing the blurb cements comprehension and makes title matching a breeze. Learn more
  10. Familiarize Yourself with Common Blurb Pitfalls - Watch for clichés like "dark secret" or "race against time" that flood many blurbs. Spotting overused tropes will keep you from being misled and sharpen your critical eye. Learn more
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