Vocabulary Quiz: The Oval Portrait

In "The Oval Portrait," what does the word "portrait" refer to?

• A landscape painting

• A photograph

• A painting of a person

• A sculpture

What is the meaning of the word "austere" as used in "The Oval Portrait"?

• Luxurious

• Simple and plain

• Colorful

• Modern

What is the meaning of the word "gothic" in the context of literature?

• Relating to ancient Greek culture

• Relating to medieval architecture

• A style characterized by mystery and horror

• A type of romantic comedy

What does the word "sublime" mean in the context of literature?

• Ordinary

• Extremely beautiful or grand

• Ugly

• Simple

In "The Oval Portrait," what does the word "frame" refer to?

• The structure surrounding a painting

• A type of photograph

• A type of sculpture

• A type of building

What does the term "vignette" mean in the context of literature?

• A long novel

• A short, descriptive scene

• A poem

• A play

In "The Oval Portrait," what does the word "canvas" refer to?

• A type of fabric used for clothing

• A surface for painting

• A type of paper

• A type of wood

In "The Oval Portrait," what does the word "chateau" refer to?

• A small cottage

• A large country house or castle

• A type of garden

• A type of wine

What is the meaning of the word "melancholy" as used in "The Oval Portrait"?

• Happiness

• Sadness

• Anger

• Excitement

What is the meaning of the word "reverie" in the context of literature?

• A state of being awake

• A state of being in a dream

• A state of being in a nightmare

• A state of being in a trance