The Fall oF The House of Usher - Cuestionario

Why does the narrator decide to visit the Usher House?

• Because he received a letter from Roderick Usher asking for help

• Because he wanted to buy the house

• Because he was lost and seeking refuge

• Because he was a friend of the Usher family

What disease does Madeline Usher suffer from?

• A contagious disease

• A strange disease that keeps her between sleep and wakefulness

• A mental illness

• A terminal illness

What happens to Madeline Usher after her supposed death?

• She rises from her coffin covered in blood

• She remains in her coffin without moving

• She mysteriously disappears

• She is buried in the town cemetery

What event triggers the fall of the Usher House into the lake?

• A fire in the house

• The awakening of Madeline Usher

• A storm with lightning and thunder

• A sudden earthquake

How does Roderick Usher react upon seeing Madeline Usher after her supposed death?

• He embraces her with joy and emotion

• He ignores her and leaves the room

• He calls the police to take her away

• He lets out a terrible scream and falls to the ground beside her

What does the narrator feel when leaving the Usher House at the end of the story?

• Fear and relief

• Happiness and gratitude

• Sadness and regret

• Curiosity and amazement

How would you describe the house in the story?

How would you describe Roderick Usher’s personality?

How does the narrator feel about the Usher house?

You are the narrator of The Fall of the House of Usher, and you see that Roderick Usher is growing weaker and more paranoid every day. He believes his house is alive, and his sister Madeline has just died—or so he says. However, you are not sure if she is really dead or just in a deep sleep.

Roderick insists on burying her immediately in the family tomb inside the house. You feel uneasy, but he is your friend, and you don’t want to disrespect his wishes.

Your Dilemma:

• Option 1: You trust Roderick and help him bury Madeline, even though you feel something is wrong.

• Option 2: You demand proof that she is really dead, which could offend Roderick and damage your friendship.

• Option 3: You leave the house immediately, fearing that something terrible is about to happen, but abandon Roderick in his fragile state.