Red Death

¡What happens when the ebony clock strikes each hour? Why?

¡Describe the new visitor. What about him upsets the guests?

How does Prospero react upon seeing the new guest? What happens when he reaches the black, western-most room?

Why do Prince Prospero and his guests lock themselves in an palace?

• to pray in seclusion

• to celebrate his birthday

• to escape an invading army 

• to escape the Red Death 

At the beginning of the story, what is happening to the people in the country?

• They are upset because of money

• They were having a masquerade ball

• They were very tired

• They were devastated by a pestilence

Describe the setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' and its significance to the story.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a secluded abbey or castle with seven rooms, each representing a different color. Its significance is to create a sense of isolation, luxury, and symbolize the stages of life and the inevitability of death.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a modern city, which represents the decay and corruption of society.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a crowded marketplace, which symbolizes the chaos and unpredictability of life.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a small village, which emphasizes the close-knit community and the fear of outsiders.

Explain the significance of the ebony clock in 'The Masque of the Red Death'.

• The ebony clock represents the protagonist's fear of aging.

• The ebony clock is a symbol of wealth and luxury.

• The ebony clock symbolizes death and the passage of time.

• The ebony clock signifies the end of the party and the return to reality.

What is the overall message or lesson of 'The Masque of the Red Death'?

• Death can be avoided with proper precautions.

• The Red Death is a contagious disease.

• The story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of isolation.

• Death is inevitable and cannot be escaped.

What message is Poe trying to convey in "The Masque of the Red Death"?

• God punishes sinners.

• Wealth cannot protect one from death.

• Time passes slowly.

• One should not attend parties uninvited.

What is the main theme of 'The Masque of the Red Death'?

• A) The inevitability of death

• B) The power of wealth

• C) The importance of friendship

• D) The beauty of nature