Edgar Allan Poe

What is one of the defining characteristics of Edgar Allan Poe's image?

• A high forehead

• Blonde hair

• Rosy complexion

• Bright blue eyes

What is one of the reasons why Edgar Allan Poe is considered one of the greatest American authors?

• His popularity in the horror genre

• His attention to form and style

• His use of supernatural elements

• His clear moral messages

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What is the unity of effect that Poe aimed to achieve in his stories?

• A feeling of fear

• A sense of mystery

• An intense and singular experience

• A moral lesson

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What do Poe's stories primarily explore?

• The mysteries of love

• The mysteries of grief

• The mysteries of guilt

• All of the above

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What is the true darkness that Poe's stories explore?

• The supernatural

• The human mind

• The physical world

• The afterlife

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What technique did Poe use to engage readers in his stories?

• Unreliable narrators

• Detailed descriptions

• Flashback sequences

• Symbolism

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What was the name of Poe's famous detective character?

• Sherlock Holmes

• Hercule Poirot

• C. Auguste Dupin

• Miss Marple

What personal struggles did Poe face in his life?

• Alcoholism

• Loss of loved ones

• Financial difficulties

• All of the above

What was the cause of death for Poe's mother and wife?

• Tuberculosis

• Heart disease

• Cancer

• Pneumonia

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What was the primary reason for Poe's fame after his death?

• His successful career as an editor

• Posthumous adaptations of his work

• His influential literary theory

• His experimental writing style