Gothic Stories Flashcards
What is the haunted mansion in ‘Rebecca’?
Manderley
Manderley serves as a central symbol in the novel, representing both beauty and decay.
What genre does ‘Rebecca’ primarily fall into?
Mystery and psychological horror
The novel explores themes of identity and memory through a haunting narrative.
What is a key theme in ‘Frankenstein’?
Forbidden science and ambition
The novel examines the consequences of unchecked scientific exploration.
What does the creature in ‘Frankenstein’ represent?
Monstrous creation and the uncanny
It embodies the fears of societal rejection and the consequences of isolation.
What is the setting of ‘Jane Eyre’?
Mysterious mansion (Thornfield Hall)
Thornfield Hall is integral to the Gothic atmosphere of the story.
Who is a significant character representing madness in ‘Jane Eyre’?
Bertha Mason
Bertha’s condition reflects themes of repression and societal expectations.
What is a major theme in ‘Wuthering Heights’?
Doomed love and revenge
The novel explores the destructive power of love and obsession.
What setting is prominent in ‘Wuthering Heights’?
Wild, isolated setting (Yorkshire moors)
The moors contribute to the novel’s dark and turbulent mood.
What literary device is common in ‘The Castle of Otranto’?
Prophecies and eerie coincidences
These elements enhance the Gothic atmosphere and tension.
What type of characters are featured in ‘The Castle of Otranto’?
Damsels in distress and villainous nobleman
These archetypes are typical of Gothic literature and highlight moral conflicts.
What is a central theme in ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’?
Faustian bargain and moral corruption
The story critiques the pursuit of pleasure at the expense of one’s soul.
What does the portrait in ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ symbolize?
Supernatural portrait reflecting sin
The portrait serves as a physical manifestation of Dorian’s moral decline.
What contrasting elements does ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ explore?
Gothic double (Dorian vs. his portrait)
This duality emphasizes the conflict between appearance and reality.
