Origins
In what century was gothic literature established?
The 18th Century
What are the most popular characters in gothic literature?
Frankenstein, Dracula, Van Helsing
Name one author (excluding Edgar Allan Poe and Mary Shelley) that was presented today.
Horace Walpole, Bram Stofer, Ann Radcliffe, or James Hogg
Find the meaning of this excerpt: "Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered weak and weary" -Edgar Allan Poe
In this excerpt, Poe establishes the narrator as unreliable due to the fact that it is late, he is tired, and his mind is beginning to wander. Any analysis suggesting the rhyme scheme or deeper meaning of the quote is acceptable.
What did Gothic Literature grow from?
Sociological, historical, and political contexts of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
What are the major elements usually associated with a gothic setting?
Mansions/manors, castles, desolate areas, and graveyards
What works was Edgar Allan Poe best known for?
The Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart
Find the meaning of this excerpt: "And Darkness and Decay and the Red Death held illuminable dominion over all." -Edgar Allan Poe
Darkness, decay, and death could be seen as a form of alliteration, where Poe repeats the beginning consonant sound to add dramatic effect. Any analysis suggesting the deeper meaning of the quote is acceptable.
What was the so-called "first" piece of gothic literature?
The Castle of Otranto by Horace Walpole
What does gothic literature often address?
Societal fears
What was the name of Mary Shelley's romantic poet husband?
Percy Shelley
Find the meaning of this excerpt: "Goaded by the interference into a rage more demoniacal, I withdrew my arm from her grasp and buried the axe in her brain" -Edgar Allan Poe
This excerpt represents the abusive nature of the narrator. The diction used by the author is associated with negative connotations. Any analysis suggesting the deeper meaning of the quote is acceptable.
What type of architecture was the Gothic period based upon?
Romanesque
What is the difference between horror and terror?
Terror is the state of being anxious or fearful, whereas Horror is being shocked and/or scared at an event or realization
Who is credited with the creation of gothic literature?
Horace Walpole
Find the meaning of this excerpt: "I was never kinder to the old man than during the whole week before I killed him." -Edgar Allan Poe
Any analysis regarding the use of juxtaposition, oxymoron, or the meaning behind the excerpt is acceptable.