The Fall of the House of Usher

What literary genre does 'The Fall of the House of Usher' belong to?

• Realism.
• Science fiction.
• Romanticism.
• Gothic literature.

How does the narrator's perception of reality change throughout the story?

• He remains indifferent to the events.
• He becomes more skeptical of Roderick's claims.
• He starts to believe in supernatural occurrences.
• He becomes obsessed with the house.

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What condition affects Roderick Usher's senses?

• He has a common cold.
• He is blind and deaf.
• He suffers from a mental disorder

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What is the relationship between Roderick Usher and Madeline?

• They are siblings.
• They are cousins.
• They are childhood friends.
• They are neighbors.

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What is Roderick Usher's primary concern regarding his sister Madeline?

• Her education and future prospects.
• Her relationship with the narrator.
• Her health and potential burial.
• Her financial stability.

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How does the narrator assist Roderick after Madeline's death?

• He prepares a meal for him.
• He carries her casket to the vault.
• He reads to him from a book.
• He helps him write a letter.

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What does the narrator help Roderick do after Madeline's death?

• Write a letter to their parents.
• Carry her casket to the vault.
• Prepare a meal for the family.
• Read a book to distract him.

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What does Roderick believe about Madeline's fate after her burial?

• She was taken to a different location.
• She was cremated immediately.
• She was buried alive.
• She was buried with her favorite possessions.

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Which theme is prominently featured in 'The Fall of the House of Usher'?

• The theme of love.
• The theme of death and dark emotions

• The theme of adventure.
• The theme of friendship.

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What is Roderick Usher's primary hobby?

• Playing guitar.
• Painting.
• Gardening.
• Writing poetry.

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