Three Skeleton Key Quick Comprehension Check

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What is the significance of the sea rats in 'Three Skeleton Key'?

Back

The sea rats symbolize danger and the primal fear of being overrun by uncontrollable forces.

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How does the narrator's description of the terrier dogs contribute to the story's mood?

Back

It establishes a sense of horror and foreshadows the threat posed by the sea rats.

Front

What action do the men take to protect themselves from the rats?

Back

They secure the window with tin to prevent the rats from entering.

Front

What type of imagery is prevalent in the quote about the screams?

Back

Sound imagery is used to evoke a visceral reaction from the reader.

Front

What emotion do the officers and crew experience when they see the lighthouse?

Back

They feel horror upon seeing the light covered by a mass of rats.

Front

Define suspense in literature.

Back

Suspense is a feeling of anxious curiosity about what will happen next in a story.

Front

What role does setting play in 'Three Skeleton Key'?

Back

The isolated lighthouse setting heightens the sense of vulnerability and danger.

Front

How does the author create tension in the story?

Back

Through vivid descriptions, pacing, and the buildup of the rat invasion.

Front

What is the effect of using sound imagery in a suspenseful narrative?

Back

It enhances the emotional impact and immerses the reader in the experience.

Front

What can be inferred about the narrator's reliability based on his account?

Back

The narrator's vivid and emotional storytelling suggests he is a reliable source of the horror experienced.