The Landlady

The Landlady

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English

7th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Landlady'?

Back

The main theme of 'The Landlady' is the contrast between appearances and reality, highlighting how things may not be what they seem.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the bright lights in the house symbolize?

Back

The bright lights symbolize a false sense of security and allure, drawing Billy into a potentially dangerous situation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the author use description to create suspense in 'The Landlady'?

Back

The author uses detailed descriptions of the setting and characters, particularly the landlady's unsettling behavior and the old-fashioned decor, to build suspense.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does the setting play in 'The Landlady'?

Back

The setting, an old-fashioned boarding house, creates an eerie atmosphere that contributes to the story's tension and foreshadows danger.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can Billy's observations about the landlady's eyes tell us about her character?

Back

Billy's observation that her eyes seemed to stare right through him suggests that the landlady is unsettling and possibly manipulative.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the old-fashioned furniture in the landlady's house represent?

Back

The old-fashioned furniture represents the landlady's outdated and possibly sinister nature, contrasting with Billy's modern expectations.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the author create a sense of foreboding in the story?

Back

The author creates a sense of foreboding through the use of ominous descriptions, the landlady's peculiar behavior, and the unsettling atmosphere of the house.

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