Romantic Elements
What is the acronym to remember romantic elements?
I I I I I N
What is the general atmosphere/mood of most gothic works of literature?
Dark, depressing, fearful
What is an example of nature as a theme in Frankenstein?
Who is the most well-known romanticism author?
Lord Byron, author of many narrative poems and deemed the best poet in Britain
Imagination
Intuition
Idealism
Inspiration
Individuality
True or false: There are often more uplifting than depressing details in most gothic works of literature
False
Name three situations in which Shelley includes Gothic details in her writing.
Many possible answers
Who is the most well-known gothic author?
Mary Shelley
What is the one romantic element in literature that starts with the letter "N"
Nature
Name one element of gothic literature
Mystery, fear, omens, curses, supernatural, emotional distress, etc.
Many possible answers
What is something interesting that many gothic authors had in common?
Many of them were young at the time of the publication of their works
During what century was romanticism most prominent?
19th century
What are some other forms of art that are deemed gothic?
Architecture, painting, etc.
Which form of literature - gothic or romanticism - applies to the idea of Frankenstein learning about the world through his own experiences and being completely susceptible to the shaping of society?
Romanticism
How much did the first ever edition of "The Picture of Dorian Grey" sell for?
13,000 dollars
Name one work of literature besides Frankenstein that is known for its romantic elements
The Scarlet Letter
Grimm's Fairy Tales
What century was gothic literature most prominent?
In what way is Frankenstein being a gothic romance deemed a paradox?
It is both artistically hopeful and overwhelmingly depressing/dark.
What are some the two most used literary techniques in romantic literature?
Imagery and personification