Elements of Gothic Horror

What is an example of setting in gothic horror?

• Haunted and decayed castles, homes, etc.

• colorful beaches

• mountains and streams

• Planets other than earth

What is NOT an element of gothic horror?

• Supernatural elements (especially ghosts)

• Morally ambiguous characters

• Themes of isolation and/or confinement

• Princesses and princes in faraway lands

What character trait is present in gothic horror?

• Happy characters who are engaged in personal growth

• Emotional and psychological overwhelm (characters facing loss or grief)

• Space aliens and fantasy characters

• Kings, queens, and dragons

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Which of the following elements are present in gothic horror?

• Terror vs. horror

• Themes of isolation

• Weekend sporting events

• Weddings in lavish outdoor settings

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What elements are not present in gothic horror? Click all that apply.

• Happy characters

• Mentally well-adjusted characters

• Hot chocolate and candy

• Characters who win the lottery and live happily ever after

What elements make up gothic horror? Click all that apply.

• Themes of isolation and confinement

• Morally ambiguous characters (engaging the reader on a deeper thinking level)

• Discussion of religion or philosophy

• Supernatural elements (especially ghosts)

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Who is a writer of gothic horror?

• Edgar Allan Poe

• Snoop Dogg

• One Direction

• Taylor Swift

What is a likely theme for gothic horror?

• Love always wins

• Isolation and confinement (physical and mental)

• Keep going in the face of challenges

• Weather is always an element

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The mood of gothic literature is often _______________

• happy and serene

• peaceful and light spirited

• dark and scary

• slow and nostalgic (making you want to think of the past)

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An author of gothic horror sets the writing tone using words such as _________

• joy and harmony

• hopefulness and peacefulness

• darkness and suspense

• sleepy and tired

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