The Woman in Black

Where did Arthur first encounter the Woman in Black?

• At the Gifford Arms

• In the graveyard at Mrs Drablow's funeral

• In the window of Eel Marsh House

• At his home on Christmas day

Fill in the blank: The author uses _______ to suggest what may happen next in the story.

• Forward showing

• Foreshadowing

• Similes

• Cats

Which of these is NOT a feature of gothic style writing?

• Extreme emotions

• A female character in danger (the damsel in distress)

• An unexpected romance

• A mysterious, suspenseful atmosphere

When Arthur was trying to walk back to Crythin Gifford, what did he hear in the distance?

• A pony trap sinking into the marsh and a child screaming

• A woman singing

• A pony trap crashing into a tree

• A church bell ringing

Who is the Woman in Black?

• Jennet Humfrye

• Mrs Drablow

• Stella

• Her real identity is unknown

Which of these is NOT a feature of gothic style writing?

• A gloomy, decaying setting

• Supernatural beings or monsters

• Terrible weather

• Lighthearted comedy

In what era is the novel set?

• Edwardian

• Medieval

• Victorian

• Elizabethan

Why does the author choose to have the ghostly woman dressed in black?

• Black symbolises love and happiness

• Everyone looks good in black

• Black is associated with death, the unknown and fear

• Black shows that she wants to kill everyone living in London

“A poor, crazed, troubled woman.” Who is being described in this quotation?

• The Woman in Black

• Arthur Kips

• Mrs Alice Drablow

• Keckwick

What happened during the author's own life that could be considered horrific and tragic?

• She was raised as an orphan

• Her fiancé and daughter died

• She was in a severe car crash

• Her childhood house burnt down