Poe Bio & Such

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What genre of literature is Poe known as the INVENTOR of?

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Detective

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How old was Poe's new bride when he got married at age 27?

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Not yet 14

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What type of writing expresses the author's personal view?

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Subjective

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Who is Rufus Griswold in relation to Poe?

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Poe's sworn enemy

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What is the correctly written title of Poe's poem?

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"The Raven"

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What is the main theme of Edgar Allan Poe's works?

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Exploration of death, love, and the human psyche.

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What is a common characteristic of Poe's writing style?

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Use of dark romanticism and gothic elements.

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What is the significance of the raven in Poe's poem?

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Symbolizes mourning and loss.

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What literary device is frequently used in Poe's poetry?

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Alliteration.

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What is the setting often found in Poe's stories?

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Gloomy, mysterious, and often isolated locations.