Question

A name assumed by an author to conceal or obscure his or her identity is known as

• A. Pseudonym
• B. Fictious
• C. Illustrious
• D. Imaginary

Hint:

A pseudonym is also called a pen name. It is used by an author instead of the real name.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Authors sometimes write under a name different from their real name. Such a name is used to hide identity, create a literary identity, or publish under another name.

Step 1: Understand the given definition.
The question says that the author assumes a name to conceal or obscure identity. \[ \text{Assumed name} \Rightarrow \text{Name different from real name} \]

Step 2: Identify the correct term.
A pseudonym is a false or assumed name used by an author. \[ \text{Pseudonym} = \text{Pen name} \]

Step 3: Eliminate wrong options.
Fictious means imaginary or not real.
Illustrious means famous or respected.
Imaginary means existing only in imagination. Therefore, the correct answer is Pseudonym.