During a magic show, the magician performed a trick that involved the violent or forceful pulling apart of something. What is this act called?

Creating a fissure in the object

What happens to Madeline Usher in the story?

She appears to die, is buried alive, and then regains consciousness only to actually die once she escapes from the tomb.

She fakes her death and then reappears to seek revenge on the narrator, whom she despises.

She is sick and nearly dies but is able to recover through a doctor's help and her brother's support.

She fakes her death, is buried alive, but then escapes and destroys the house.

What is worth noting about the Usher family line?

No enduring branches. It ends with Madeline and Roderick.

Why did Usher place his sister's body in the vault?

He thought the doctors would steal the body.

He thought there were grave robbers.

He thought she might be a zombie.

He wanted to be close to his sister.

Why did Roderick Usher reach out to the narrator and ask him to visit?

He desired the companionship of his best and only friend.

He needed financial assistance.

He wanted to share family secrets.

He was suffering from a severe physical illness.

What are NOT some of the sensory experiences that trouble Roderick Usher due to his illness?

Perfect vision, delicious food, and soothing sounds

Strong fragrances, bright light, and loud sounds hurt

Tasteless food, painful touch, and unpleasant smells

Who is the owner of the House of Usher, and why does he invite the narrator to visit?

D) Roderick Usher; due to illness, a sickness of the mind, and a desire to see his only friend

A) A famous artist; to paint his portrait

B) A distant relative; to share family secrets

C) A complete stranger; for unknown reasons

How has Roderick Usher changed in the narrator's eyes since their earlier friendship?

His face has grown even stranger and more unsettling.

His physical appearance has remained the same.

He has become more reserved and introverted.

He has become happier and more outgoing.

How does the narrator describe the condition of the House of Usher?

Ancient and decaying, with cracks in the walls

Old, but well-maintained and beautiful

Modern and vibrant, with no signs of wear

What does the song "The Haunted Palace" symbolize in the text "The Fall of the House of Usher"?

The song represents the house of usher and its upcoming downfall.

The song represents the approaching dissolution of the narrator.

The song represents a lesson the narrator is trying to teach to Usher.

The song represents everything in the world coming to an end eventually.

Roderick believes that the family's problems are caused by__________

The evil atmosphere of the mansion

Gothic Lit and The Fall of the House of Usher Review

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When did Gothic Literature begin and where?

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Gothic Lit and The Fall of the House of Usher Review

When did Gothic Literature begin and where?

Gothic was originally a term used to describe

Which is a characteristic of Gothic Literature?

to destroy completely

something that is a very great age

a long, narrow crack or opening

violent or forceful pulling apart of something

ending or downfall

loud, excited, and emotional

In a war movie, the general's order was to completely destroy the enemy's base. What is another word for 'to destroy completely'?

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