The Fall of the House of Usher Study Guide 1

Front

What kills Roderick at the end of the story?

Back

Fear.

Front

At the beginning of 'The Fall of the House of Usher,' what does the narrator do?

Back

He travels to visit Roderick Usher at Usher’s family home.

Front

Which phrase best describes Usher’s state of mind in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

Back

Nervous and agitated.

Front

What evidence does the text provide to support the claim that Roderick Usher is not a normal person?

Back

Roderick's paintings and music were strange.

Front

Who was deathly ill and thought to have died?

Back

Madeline Usher.

Front

Define the term 'Usher' in the context of the story.

Back

Usher refers to the family name of Roderick and Madeline, central characters in the story.

Front

What role does the house play in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

Back

The house symbolizes the decay of the Usher family and reflects Roderick's mental state.

Front

Describe Roderick Usher's character traits.

Back

Roderick is depicted as sensitive, artistic, and mentally unstable.

Front

What is the significance of Madeline's illness?

Back

Madeline's illness represents the physical and emotional decay of the Usher family.

Front

How does the narrator's perception of the Usher house change throughout the story?

Back

Initially, the narrator is intrigued, but he becomes increasingly disturbed by the house's eerie atmosphere.