Gothic Literature Elements and some literary devices

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Situational irony:

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when what actually happens is the opposite of what is expected or appropriate.

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Verbal irony:

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when a writer/speaker says one thing but means the opposite.

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Allusion

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An implied or indirect reference to a person, event, or thing outside of the text, or to another part of the text.

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Gothic literature is characterized by:

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grotesque characters, strange situations, and violent events.

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Gothic literature can involve satire.

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False

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Gothic literature may involve the supernatural.

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True

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Gothic literature can involve wild, untamed nature.

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True

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Gothic literature can involve hobbits and dragons.

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False

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Gothic literature features intense emotions, symbolism, and mood reflecting characters' emotional states.

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True

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Gothic literature can involve hobbits and dragons.

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False