Horror
True or false? Most horror movies rely on suspense rather than high budgets?
true
What organ inspired the stylized symbol used in medieval manuscripts and later Valentine’s Day imagery?
The heart
What is a narrow, dimly lit place where danger tends to occur without warning?
back alley
What is a hero called when they often fight crime without official authority?
vigilante
What kind of worldbuilding element commonly shapes the rules and culture of a fantasy world?
magic system
Which literary movement is considered the foundation of modern horror?
gothic literature
What trope features two characters who begin as rivals before discovering feelings towards each other?
enemies‑to‑lovers
What is a heavy tool used when someone needs to cut through obstacles in seconds.
power cutter
What is a common setting/atmosphere shown in western films?
desert
What fantasy trope centers on a young character who discovers special abilities and must learn to control them?
chosen one arc
What is the term for horror stories that focus on creatures like vampires, werewolves, and zombies?
monster horror
What is romance that blends love stories with futuristic setting, advanced technology, or alien cultures?
sci-fi romance
What is a classic narrative device that adds urgency and stakes to the plot by establishing a time limit?
ticking clock
What fantasy trope involves an ancient artifact with powers that heroes must protect or destro?
legendary relic
What is the definition of gore?
blood that has been shed, most likely due to violence.
What satisfying conclusion is a romance novel/film/etc expected to end?
happily, ever after
What is a common western trope that is about a mysterious traveler who arrives in town, solves a problem, and leave without commotion?
drifter‑hero trope
what action staple features a chase sequence designed to escalate tension?
pursuit scene
What type of journey do fantasy protagonists frequently undertake to discover their true identity?
transformative quest
What is a psycological response that releases dopamine and adrenaline that makes horror feel thrilling?
fight-or-flight
What Japanese genre often focusses on slowburn romance?
shōjo
What is a common action structure featuring escalated confrontations that reaches the climax in a final showdown?
rising‑conflict arc