Archetypes
Gothic Elements
Techniques that Terrify
True or False?
Random
100
This archetype usually describes someone who is evil, harmful and is sometimes seen as a "monster."
The villain archetype
100
When it is dark and gloomy, what gothic element is being described?
Depressing atmosphere
100
This technique slows down time and heightens suspense.
Forestalling the moment of revelation
100
Count Dracula is a vampire.
True.
100
True or False? Gothic novels or stories keep the reader in suspense.
True
200
This archetype usually describes someone who is an "advice-giver."
The wise man
200
This type of gothic element gives us clues about what is going to happen next.
Prophecy and omens
200
This technique is also known as a "fake scare."
Teasing
200
Frankenstein is the name of the monster in the story.
False.
200
Are vampires an example of supernatural events?
Yes.
300
This archetype usually describes someone who is tricked by another character.
The fool archetype
300
"Anything working agains the laws of nature," can be described as what gothic element?
Supernatural events
300
This technique refers to things everyone is afraid of.
Appeal to universal fears.
300
Gothic literature is usually funny.
False.
300
Why is the relationship between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen so strange?
One is a human, the other is a vampire.
400
This archetype usually describes someone who has to suffer.
The victim archetype
400
This mental patient from "Dracula" is an example of an emotionally or psychologically disturbed character.
Mr. Renfield
400
Is "medieval setting" considered to be a "technique that terrifies?"
No, because it is a gothic element
400
Bela Lugosi, who played the role of Dracula in "Dracula," was buried in his vampire cape.
True
400
Can Mina Murray be considered a victim?
Yes
500
Fill in the blanks: Edward Cullen can be described as the ______ archetype because he loves Bella Swan.
The lover archetype
500
What are the disappearances and murders in "The Murders in the Rue Morgue?"
The two women - the mother and daughter.
500
Is "power of suggestion" considered to be a "technique that terrifies?"
Yes.
500
Violence is never a part of a gothic novel or story.
False
500
This archetype usually describes someone who "tricks others."
The trickster archetype
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