The Landlady

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What is the point of view in a story?

Back

The perspective from which a story is told.

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What detail hints at the landlady's secret in 'The Landlady'?

Back

The landlady explains that she stuffs all her dead pets.

Front

What can be concluded about the former guests in 'The Landlady'?

Back

Her previous guests are stuffed and are stored upstairs.

Front

What symbol represents the landlady's mental instability?

Back

The parrot.

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How does Billy initially perceive the landlady?

Back

He thinks that the landlady is slightly dotty and off her rocker.

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What is the significance of the landlady's conversation about her former guests?

Back

It reveals her disturbing behavior and hints at her dark secret.

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How does the setting contribute to the mood in 'The Landlady'?

Back

The eerie and unsettling atmosphere enhances the story's tension.

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What role does foreshadowing play in 'The Landlady'?

Back

It builds suspense and hints at the landlady's true nature.

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What is the theme of isolation in 'The Landlady'?

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It reflects the characters' emotional states and the landlady's loneliness.

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How does the author use irony in 'The Landlady'?

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The landlady's seemingly hospitable demeanor contrasts with her sinister actions.