"The Pit and The Pendulum" 2023

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10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the narrator ripping off a piece of his robe in 'The Pit and The Pendulum'?
Back
The narrator rips off a piece of his robe to mark the perimeter of his cell, helping him to navigate the dark space.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of imagery is used in the description of the crescent of glittering steel?
Back
Visual imagery is used to create a vivid picture of the sharp, metallic object.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What literary device is exemplified by the phrase 'I found beside me a loaf and a pitcher with water'?
Back
This phrase exemplifies communion, symbolizing sustenance and survival.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who are the judges at the start of 'The Pit and The Pendulum'?
Back
The judges at the start of the story are monks.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the overall mood of 'The Pit and The Pendulum'?
Back
The mood of the story is suspenseful, mysterious, and horrifying.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'suspense' in the context of literature.
Back
Suspense is a feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what may happen next in a story.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does the setting play in 'The Pit and The Pendulum'?
Back
The setting creates a claustrophobic and oppressive atmosphere that enhances the themes of fear and entrapment.
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