1. What is the primary mood established in the opening description of the House of Usher?

The Fall of the House of Usher

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1.
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joyful
peaceful
foreboding
peaceful
2.
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Which character is described as suffering from a mysterious illness?
Narrator
Roderick
Madeline
3.
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What does the House of Usher symbolize in the story?
wealth and power
death and decay
love and friendship
adventure and excitement
4.
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How does Roderick Usher’s behavior change throughout the story?
He becomes more cheerful
He becomes more sociable
He becomes increasingly paranoid
He becomes indifferent
5.
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What event does the narrator witness that contributes to the story's climax?
Roderick's recovery
Madeline's funeral
The collapse of the house
A storm
6.
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What is the fate of Madeline Usher at the end of the story?
She escapes
She dies
She marries the narrator
She becomes a ghose
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How does the story reflect the theme of duality (doubles) ?
Through Roderick and Madeline
Through light and dark
Through setting and action
All of these
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What ultimately happens to the House of Usher?
It's restored
Becomes a museum
Collapses into pond
It is sold
9.
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Which of the following best describes the narrative style of Edgar Allan Poe in this story?
Simple and straightforward
Dark and descriptive
Humorous and light hearted
Informational and factual
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