AP Lit Quarter 1 Final Retake

How does the narrator's description of the masked figure reveal its character?

• The figure is depicted as a bringer of justice, punishing the prince for his arrogance.

• The figure is portrayed as a victim of the Red Death, seeking refuge in the abbey.

• The figure is depicted as a personification of the Red Death itself, emphasizing the disease's inevitability.

• The figure is portrayed as a figment of the prince's imagination, symbolizing his growing paranoia.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What do Prince Prospero's actions during the masquerade tell us about his perspective on death?

• He sees death as a natural part of life and accepts it with grace.

• He views death as a distant threat that can be ignored or forgotten about.

• He is deeply afraid of death and desperately tries to avoid any reminders of it.

• He is fascinated by death and seeks to understand its mysteries.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does Poe use color symbolism in the seven rooms to create meaning?

• The colors represent different stages of life, from birth to death.

• The colors symbolize different social classes, from the poor to the rich.

• The colors represent the progression of the Red Death, highlighting its growing threat.

• The colors symbolize different emotional states, creating a sense of unease and impending doom.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The details about the abbey's design reveal Prince Prospero's values.

• The abbey's opulence and grandeur reflect his love for luxury.

• The abbey's isolation shows his desire to escape reality.

• The abbey's unique architecture indicates his eccentricity.

• The abbey's fortifications reveal his fear of death.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does the abbey's design reflect the prince's character?

• The abbey's emphasis on beauty and artistry reveals the prince's appreciation for aesthetics.

• The abbey's secluded location and fortified walls reveal the prince's desire for protection and his isolation.

• The abbey's maze-like structure reveals the prince's fascination with puzzles and games.

• The abbey's numerous windows reveal the prince's desire for openness and connection with the outside world.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the setting of each colored room contribute to the story's atmosphere?

• The rooms create a sense of luxury and extravagance, emphasizing the prince's wealth.

• The rooms create a sense of mystery and intrigue, encouraging exploration.

• The rooms create a sense of claustrophobia and unease, foreshadowing the impending doom.

• The rooms create a sense of wonder and awe, highlighting the prince's eccentric taste.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The placement of the ebony clock's chimes affects the story's plot development by:

• Creating a sense of urgency and impending doom.

• Providing a cheerful and uplifting atmosphere.

• Serving as a background noise with no significance.

• Enhancing the romantic elements of the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the significance of the chimes in the narrative?

• The chimes serve as a constant reminder of the passage of time, increasing the tension as the night progresses.

• The chimes interrupt the flow of the narrative, creating a sense of disjointedness and confusion.

• The chimes provide comic relief, contrasting with the otherwise serious tone of the story.

• The chimes symbolize the revelers' fleeting moments of joy and their attempts to ignore the reality of death.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the significance of the masked figure's movement through the seven rooms?

• The figure's movement is random and insignificant, adding to the chaotic atmosphere of the masquerade.

• The figure's movement through the rooms symbolizes the progression of the Red Death, culminating in the prince's demise.

• The figure's movement is symbolic of the revelers' descent into madness and chaos as the night progresses.

• The figure's movement is purposeful and deliberate, representing its relentless pursuit of the prince and his guests.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does Poe build tension throughout the narrative sequence?

• The use of vivid imagery and symbolism to create a sense of impending doom.

• The introduction of unexpected plot twists and turns.

• The gradual revelation of the characters' inner thoughts and fears.

• The use of a fast-paced narrative style to keep the reader engaged.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4