Gothic Literature Flashcard

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What themes are commonly explored in Edgar Allan Poe's works?

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Poe's works explore themes such as death, madness, love, and the supernatural.

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True or False: Mrs. Miller finds Miriam interesting because she has plenty of visitors to keep her company.

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False

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What literary device is exemplified in the line: 'Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing'?

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Alliteration.

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How does Poe's use of alliteration, assonance, and consonance affect the tone of 'The Raven'?

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It creates a musical quality that mirrors the narrator's half-asleep state.

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What is the best definition of the word 'beguiling' in the context of Poe's work?

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Charming.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

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What effect does the use of assonance have in poetry?

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Assonance creates rhythm and can enhance the mood or emotional quality of the poem.

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Define consonance in literary terms.

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Consonance is the repetition of consonant sounds in close proximity within a sentence or phrase.

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What is the significance of the raven in Poe's poem 'The Raven'?

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The raven symbolizes death and serves as a reminder of lost love and despair.

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How does the setting contribute to the mood in Gothic literature?

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The setting often includes dark, eerie locations that evoke feelings of fear and suspense.