The Fall of the House of Usher Review

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What is the primary setting of 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

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A gloomy countryside during the 1800’s.

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Who is the character that foreshadows the deaths of Roderick and Madeline?

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Mrs. Finley.

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What happens to Roderick and Madeline at the end of the story?

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Both Roderick and Madeline die.

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What does the narrator first notice about the House of Usher?

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It looks old and decayed, with fungi growing all over it.

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What is the relationship between Roderick and Madeline Usher?

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They are twins.

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How does the setting contribute to the mood of the story?

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The gloomy countryside and decayed house create a sense of dread and foreboding.

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What literary device is used to describe the House of Usher?

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Personification, as the house is described as having a life of its own.

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What themes are explored in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

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Themes of madness, isolation, and the effects of family legacy.

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How does Edgar Allan Poe create suspense in the story?

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Through the use of vivid imagery, foreshadowing, and the gradual revelation of the characters' fates.

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What role does the narrator play in the story?

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The narrator serves as a witness to the events and provides insight into Roderick's mental state.

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