Gothic Novels and John William Polidori Quiz

What literary genre emerged in the second half of the 18th century that focused on individual consciousness?

• Romantic novel

• Gothic novel

• Realist novel

• Historical novel

Who was the first writer to link Gothic architecture with Gothic literature?

• Mary Shelley

• Horace Walpole

• Ann Radcliffe

• Matthew Gregory Lewis

What is the primary emotion that Gothic novels aim to evoke in readers?

• Nostalgia

• Joy

• Surprise

• Fear

Which of the following settings is commonly found in Gothic novels?

• Open fields

• Isolated castles

• Modern cities

• Suburban homes

What is the typical fate of the Gothic hero?

• He becomes a villain

• He finds love

• He is often isolated

• He is always victorious

Which novel is considered the first Gothic novel?

• The Monk

• The Mysteries of Udolpho

• Frankenstein

• The Castle of Otranto

What genre did John William Polidori create?

• Fantasy fiction

• Vampire fiction

• Science fiction

• Horror fiction

What was the title of Polidori's most successful work?

• The Monk

• Frankenstein

• The Castle of Otranto

• The Vampyre

Who was Polidori's famous literary companion during his travels?

• Mary Shelley

• Ann Radcliffe

• Percy Bysshe Shelley

• Lord Byron

What event inspired the writing of The Vampyre?

• A personal tragedy

• A historical event

• A ghost story competition

• A dream