Red Death

¡What happens when the ebony clock strikes each hour? Why?

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¡Describe the new visitor. What about him upsets the guests?

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How does Prospero react upon seeing the new guest? What happens when he reaches the black, western-most room?

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Why do Prince Prospero and his guests lock themselves in an palace?

• to pray in seclusion

• to celebrate his birthday

• to escape an invading army 

• to escape the Red Death 

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At the beginning of the story, what is happening to the people in the country?

• They are upset because of money

• They were having a masquerade ball

• They were very tired

• They were devastated by a pestilence

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Describe the setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' and its significance to the story.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a secluded abbey or castle with seven rooms, each representing a different color. Its significance is to create a sense of isolation, luxury, and symbolize the stages of life and the inevitability of death.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a modern city, which represents the decay and corruption of society.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a crowded marketplace, which symbolizes the chaos and unpredictability of life.

• The setting of 'The Masque of the Red Death' is a small village, which emphasizes the close-knit community and the fear of outsiders.

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Explain the significance of the ebony clock in 'The Masque of the Red Death'.

• The ebony clock represents the protagonist's fear of aging.

• The ebony clock is a symbol of wealth and luxury.

• The ebony clock symbolizes death and the passage of time.

• The ebony clock signifies the end of the party and the return to reality.

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What is the overall message or lesson of 'The Masque of the Red Death'?

• Death can be avoided with proper precautions.

• The Red Death is a contagious disease.

• The story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of isolation.

• Death is inevitable and cannot be escaped.

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What message is Poe trying to convey in "The Masque of the Red Death"?

• God punishes sinners.

• Wealth cannot protect one from death.

• Time passes slowly.

• One should not attend parties uninvited.

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What is the main theme of 'The Masque of the Red Death'?

• A) The inevitability of death

• B) The power of wealth

• C) The importance of friendship

• D) The beauty of nature

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