"The Fall of the House of Usher" Review

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What emotion does the narrator feel as he approaches the House of Usher?

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The narrator is overcome by deep melancholy.

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How does Roderick Usher die?

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Roderick Usher dies when his sister falls on him, causing a heart attack from fear.

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What does the narrator begin to feel near the end of the story?

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The narrator believes he is falling to the same disease as Usher.

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What do evil forces do in the poem?

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Evil forces threaten the House of Usher.

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What does the poem 'The Haunted Palace' express?

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The poem expresses Roderick's state of mind.

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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 decay and the decline of the Usher family.

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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, whose death and return are central to the plot.

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

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Themes include madness, family, isolation, and the supernatural.

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

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The dark and gloomy setting of the House of Usher enhances the story's eerie and melancholic mood.