The Monkey's Paw
How many total wishes does the monkey's paw grant to each owner?
three
Student might list ghosts, phantoms, vampires, monsters, the undead, the cursed, etc.
True or False: Gothic Horror is known for it's elevated language because the genre gained popularity during the 1980's.
False: The genre gained popularity during a much earlier century, however, the elevated language is inspired by this era!
What type of bird visits the narrator in the poem?
A raven
What body part of the old man does the narrator fixate on?
The Old man's wretched, vulture eye!
What specific amount of money does Mr. White wish for in "The Monkey's Paw"?
200 pounds
This is an iconic character of the Gothic Horror genre. The story is told from this character's perspective, but he is considered an _____________ _____________ because of madness, memory loss, or loss of control.
The Gothic Horror Genre was popularized in which century?
the 18th Century
During what time of day does "The Raven" take place? What time of year?
Night (midnight) during bleak December
At what time of night does the narrator usually visit the old man's room?
midnight
What tragic event results from Mr. White's first wish for money?
This is the young, brooding male character. He is often tormented in some way. His appeal is partially due to his suffering.
The Byronic Hero
The first published example of a Gothic Horror Fiction novel was...
The Castle of Otranto
What word does the raven repeatedly say?
"Nevermore!"
Where does the narrator hide the old man's body?
Beneath the floorboards
Herbert suggests that he will never see the 200 pounds he suggested Mr. White wish for. This is an example of which literary device?
Foreshadowing
The young, innocent, often-beautiful female character who is fated to fall in love with the Byronic hero is the...
Ingenue
1765
Who wrote "The Raven"?
Edgar Allen Poe
What sound drives the narrator to confess to the crime?
"It was the beating of the old man's heart"
When Mrs. White believes her restored son Herbert is at the door, but Mr. White and the reader know otherwise, this is an example of which type of irony?
Dramatic
This is a trusted official (often considered a man of God) who is actually untrustworthy and seeks to lead others down a cursed path.
The corrupt Clergyman
The Gothic Horror Genre arrived on the tail of which other literary movement which emphasized emotion, individualism, and the beauty of nature.
The Romantic Period
Who is the narrator mourning in "The Raven"?
Lenore
How many nights does the narrator watch the old man before acting?
Seven