Literary Forms – Gothic : Quiz of 20 MCQs

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1. What is the primary characteristic of Gothic literature?

2. In which century did Gothic literature originate?

3. Which of the following is NOT a common theme in Gothic literature?

4. What does Gothic architecture symbolize in Gothic literature?

5. Who coined the term "Gothic" to describe art and architecture?

6. Which one of the following was the first Gothic novel?

7. What inspired Horace Walpole to write The Castle of Otranto?

8. What literary work provided a blueprint for Gothic heroes and villains?

9. Which genre was a significant influence on Gothic literature?

10. Who wrote The Mysteries of Udolpho?

11. What is the central theme of The Monk by Matthew Lewis?

12. Which novel by Robert Louis Stevenson explores the duality of human nature?

13. Which Gothic romance novel was written by Daphne du Maurier?

14. What does crumbling architecture in Gothic stories often represent?

15. Which aspect of Gothic literature was especially controversial in its early days?

16. What element is often used in Gothic literature to create suspense?

17. What literary movement is closely related to Gothic themes today?

18. What kind of settings are iconic in Gothic literature?

19. Who is considered the father of Gothic literature?

20. What is a defining trait of the anti-hero in Gothic literature?

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