What is the main theme of 'The Landlady'?
The Landlady

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The main theme of 'The Landlady' is the contrast between appearances and reality, highlighting how things may not be what they seem.
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What can Billy's observations about the landlady's eyes tell us about her character?
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Billy's observation that her eyes seemed to stare right through him suggests that the landlady is unsettling and possibly manipulative.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the old-fashioned furniture in the landlady's house represent?
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The old-fashioned furniture represents the landlady's outdated and possibly sinister nature, contrasting with Billy's modern expectations.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the author create a sense of foreboding in the story?
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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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