Romanticism/Gothic Lit Test Review

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What is a key characteristic of Romantic Literature?

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Celebration of nature and emotion.

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What is Usher's biggest fear in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

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Being frightened to death.

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What does 'The Haunted Palace' express?

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Roderick's state of mind.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Gothic Literature?

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Happiness.

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How is Usher's state of mind best described in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

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Nervous and agitated.

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What themes are commonly explored in Romantic Literature?

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Nature, emotion, individualism, and the sublime.

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Define Gothic Literature.

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A genre characterized by dark themes, supernatural elements, and emotional distress.

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What role does nature play in Romantic Literature?

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Nature is often celebrated as a source of inspiration and emotional depth.

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Identify a common setting in Gothic Literature.

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Ruins, castles, or dark, isolated locations.

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What is the significance of the supernatural in Gothic Literature?

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It creates a sense of fear and explores the unknown.