The Pit and the Pendulum

What is the main subtopic of 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• Survival

• Fear

• Romance

• Adventure

Which literary genre does 'The Pit and the Pendulum' belong to?

• mystery

• horror

• comedy

• romance

What is the main theme of 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• The importance of friendship and loyalty.

• The pursuit of wealth and power.

• The exploration of love and romance.

• The fear of death and the struggle for survival.

Which literary movement is associated with 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• Romanticism

• Realism

• Transcendentalism

• Gothic literature

Who wrote 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• Edgar Allan Poe

• J.K. Rowling

• William Shakespeare

• Stephen King

In which historical period is 'The Pit and the Pendulum' set?

• Victorian Era

• Renaissance

• Ancient Egypt

• Spanish Inquisition

What is the significance of the pendulum in 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• The pendulum signifies the protagonist's hope for survival.

• The pendulum is a metaphor for the protagonist's fear and anxiety.

• The pendulum symbolizes impending doom and the passage of time.

• The pendulum represents freedom and escape.

Which of the following best describes the atmosphere in 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• exciting, thrilling, and adventurous

• calm, peaceful, and serene

• bright, cheerful, and comforting

• dark, oppressive, and terrifying

What is the setting of 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• a sunny beach

• a bustling city

• a peaceful garden

• a dark and gloomy dungeon

What is the protagonist's main emotion in 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?

• anger

• fear

• happiness

• sadness