"The Masque of the Red Death" Pre-Reading

Edgar Allan Poe's stories dwell on the supernatural and on crime, torture, __________, and death.

• Romantic relationships

• Premature burial

• The pleasant side of humanity

• Friendships

Which of the following is NOT a genre associated with Edgar Allan Poe?

• Mystery

• Gothic Fiction

• Suspense

• Science Fiction

A masquerade is a party where ______ and costumes are worn.

Which best defines "plague?"

• a curable infection

• a mild illness

• a contagious bacterial disease

• a slow spreading mental illness

Which is the most INFAMOUS plague?

• The Black Death

• The Red Death

• The Covid-19 Plague

• The Influenza Plague

What animal spread the Black Death in 14th century Europe?

• Rats

• Roaches

• Rabbits

• Snakes

Match the definition of the Literary Element with the Name

• Imagery

• Literature with two meanings: the literal and the symbolic

• Symbol

• A concrete item that stands for something abstract

• Allegory

• Language that appeals to one or more of the 5 senses

What literary element is used in this line: "There were sharp pains, and sudden dizziness, and then profuse bleeding at the pores..."

• Allegory

• Imagery

• Symbolism

Select the best synonym for PROFUSE.

• Humble

• Demure

• Lavish

• Weak

Select the best synonym for COUNTENANCE.

• Body Language

• Demeanor

• Reputation