The Fall of the House of Usher

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Who is the narrator of 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

Back

The narrator is anonymous.

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What does the word 'emaciated' mean?

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It means starvingly skinny.

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Where did the narrator first meet Roderick Usher?

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They were boyhood companions.

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What does the word 'countenance' mean?

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It means face.

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What are the main themes of 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

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The themes concern fear of death and madness.

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What literary genre does 'The Fall of the House of Usher' belong to?

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It belongs to the Gothic fiction genre.

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What is the significance of the House of Usher in the story?

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The House of Usher symbolizes the decay of the Usher family and their mental state.

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Who are the main characters in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

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The main characters are the narrator, Roderick Usher, and Madeline Usher.

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What role does Madeline Usher play in the story?

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Madeline Usher is Roderick's twin sister, who suffers from a mysterious illness.

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

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The dark, decaying mansion creates a sense of dread and foreboding.

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