The Fall of the House of Usher

Front

What is the relationship between Roderick and Madeline Usher?

Back

They are twins.

Front

What is notable about the Usher family line?

Back

There are no enduring branches.

Front

What feature does the narrator notice on the exterior of the House of Usher?

Back

A fissure.

Front

What celestial body is seen through the fissure at the end of the story?

Back

The moon.

Front

Which statement about the House of Usher is FALSE?

Back

It is unstable and near collapse.

Front

What does the fissure in the House of Usher symbolize?

Back

The family's decay and instability.

Front

What is the significance of the tarn in the story?

Back

It reflects the mood and themes of isolation and despair.

Front

How does the House of Usher contribute to the story's atmosphere?

Back

It creates a sense of dread and foreboding.

Front

What role does the narrator play in the story?

Back

He is a friend of Roderick Usher who visits the house.

Front

What is the theme of madness in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

Back

It explores the effects of isolation and family trauma.