Roderick's Actions
How did he cause the family line to end?
He isolated the family, and did not try to branch out.
Whats growing on the house?
Ivy / Vines
Who does the narrator meet before arriving at Roderick's studio? (2 characters)
-a valet
-a physician
When he sees his old friend, the narrator is
SHOCKED / AMAZED
What does their family line look like?
Zig-Zag.
Why did he invite the narrator?
He was suffering from a nervous disorder, and wanted.
How does the nature affect the mood
What is the tomb lined in?
Copper
Roderick's condition seems to mirror that of what, and how?
the HOUSE
hair:vines
eyes:windows
Why does Roderick fear the future?
He is the last of his line.
Why does he admit his knowledge of her being alive?
Guilt and terror of failing his family.
What color are the trees?
White
Roderick's studio is full of (2 answers)
books
musical instruments
Which piece of art in the story is a sign of something that will happen in the future?
The song created by Usher
Why does he bury madeline?
To prevent autopsies on her.
Why does he think the house is sentient?
Because of his deteriorating state and paranoia.
How did poor air quality affect the story?
Created an oppresive atmosphere in the house.
What is Roderick doing when the narrator enters the studio?
Roderick is lying on the sofa
Roderick's ghastly appearance is like a what?
GHOST / SPIRIT
What were the ushers known for?
Art and generosity.
Why does he refuse to do anything?
He is deeply rooted in the past and wants the house to return to the past.
What makes the house fall?
The storm
Where is the tomb located?
Below the narrators room
In a constant state of “intolerable agitation” (l.260)? Roderick is compared to ...
an alcoholic or a drug-addict
What told about the fall of the ushers?
The song Roderick Usher sang.