Masque of The Red Death
Who is the author of Masque of The Red Death?
Edgar Allan Poe
What is a promontory?
A high point of land that juts out into a large body of water
This is how many Acts are in the play.
5
Meditation 17 is an example of this type of literature.
Metaphysical
These are expressions that have a figurative meaning that is opposite from its literal meaning.
Idioms
"Let's close the chapter on this semester."
What is the major theme of Masque of The Red Death?
Death is inevitable for everyone.
What is a word describing someone who is wise?
Sagacious
What two elements are in conflict throughout the play?
Order v. Chaos
The different types of bells in The Bells represent what?
The progression of life.
This what the "tying together" of a story is called.
Denouement
This is the genre of Masque of The Red Death.
Gothic Fiction
If I am disturbed and unsettled; what am I?
Disconcerted
Which quote shows that love can be irrational and chaotic?
"The course of true love never did run smooth."
The theme of Meditation 17 is that we are all connected through this specific experience.
The shared experience of life.
When an inanimate object is given human characteristics its called:
Personification
What is an allegory?
When the meanings of characters, events, and settings are NOT clearly stated.
If I am described as having knowledge or an awareness; what am I?
Cognizant
"The lunatic, the lover, and the poet are of imagination all compact" means what about imagination?
Passion, madness, and creativity are all connected.
How many different types of bells are referenced in The Bells?
4
An example of dramatic irony from Midsummer Night's Dream is:
When the audience is aware of Nick Bottom's true self when neither he nor Titania recognize it.
How many colors are referenced in Masque of The Red Death?
8
Wildfire could best be described as being what?
Rampant
Considering themes from the play, what was one major feature of the Globe Theatre?
The theatre welcomed audiences from all social classes.
This person is the author of Meditation 17.
John Donne
"Shopping for Christmas costs an arm and a leg" is an example of this literary term:
A hyperbole