Romanticism and Gothic Horror

What is romanticism?

• something happening with love

• a movement in art and literature

• the state or quality of being in love

What year was the idea romanticism originated?

• 18th century

• 20th century

• 19th century

What are the characteristics of romanticism?

• nature

• love

• science

• history

What does horror mean?

• an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust.

• happiness

• worry

• crazy

What is the main characteristic of horror?

• mystery

• anxious

• fear

• suspense

• All of the above

Do gothic horror and romanticism ever mix when in books?

• True

• False

What is one famous book that mixes these two ideas?

• Dracula

• On the Fence

• Sunset on the Beach

Gothic settings are usually...

• Spooky, dark, and isolated

• Bright, happy, and full of sunshine

• Formal, business-like, and professional

• Sad, huge, and grassy

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Which of the following is TYPICALLY present in gothic literature?

• elements of the supernatural

• characters who are apathetic or don't care about much

• wild animals and nature

• Big, fancy mansions

What do romantics value?

• nature and independence

• government and politics

• society as a whole

• the supernatural realm