American Dark Romanticism

Which of these elements did the dark romantics use in their writing?

• grotesque characters

• bizarre situations

• violent events

• all of the above

Which of the following is NOT an example of Dark Romanticism?

• Nature is dark and mysterious.

• People are sinful.

• Supernatural elements.

• Positive about human potential.

Romantics and Dark Romantics both believe nature is a deeply spiritual force.

• True

• False

Dark Romantics could be called the optimists of this style.

• True

• False

Dark Romantics saw heaven and heavenly influences in all things.

• True

• False

Poe is a well-known Dark Romantic author.

• True

• False

Dark Romantic heroes often fail or go mad.

• True

• False

Which of the following authors was NOT a dark romantic writer?

• Edgar Allan Poe

• Washington Irving

• William Shakespeare

• Herman Melville