The Fall of the House of Usher Review

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At the beginning of “The Fall of the House of Usher,” what does the narrator do?

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He travels to visit Roderick Usher at Usher’s family home.

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Which phrase best describes Usher’s state of mind in “The Fall of the House of Usher”?

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Nervous and agitated

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In “The Fall of the House of Usher,” what does Usher say is his biggest fear?

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Being frightened to death/fear

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In "The Fall of the House of Usher," which details of the house's interior seem to reflect Usher's appearance and the condition of his mind?

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Usher's physical and mental deterioration is reflected in the gloomy darkness, lack of comfort, and old, worn-out possessions.

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What did Usher think was causing him and his sister to be sick?

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The house.

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Mood at the beginning of "The House of Usher"?

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Depressing

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During which season of the year does "The Fall of the House of Usher" take place?

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Autumn

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What is the most likely reason the narrator says the letter from Roderick "admitted of no other than a personal reply"?

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The narrator feels obliged to respond to his friend's request for a visit because his friend is clearly upset.

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In "The Fall of the House of Usher," what is one of Roderick Usher's disturbing ideas?

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Usher believes that his house and plants are aware, like living things.

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Who is the protagonist in the story?

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Roderick Usher

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