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Edgar Allan Poe's The Oval Portrait

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What is the main theme of 'The Oval Portrait'?

The narrator's injured condition

The strange paintings decorating the walls

The abandoned mansion in the Apennines

The relationship between art and life (correct)

Where does the story 'The Oval Portrait' take place?

A bustling city

A remote island

A haunted castle

An abandoned mansion in the Apennines (correct)

What is the narrator's reaction upon discovering the oval-shaped painting?

He is quite attached to it because it seems very lively (correct)

He is indifferent and uninterested in the painting

He is frightened and immediately tries to leave the room

He ignores it and focuses on the books instead

What was the relationship like between the artist and his wife in 'The Oval Portrait'?

The artist cared more about his work than his wife Signup and view all the answers

Why did the artist's wife become jealous of his art in 'The Oval Portrait'?

Because the artist rarely took his eyes off the canvas even to watch his wife Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator immediately discover after adjusting the candle in the room in 'The Oval Portrait'?

A before unnoticed painting in an oval-shaped frame Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the wife as the painting continued?

Her health became increasingly poor Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of 'The Oval Portrait'?

The destructive power of art and love Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested about a woman's beauty in the story?

It condenses her to death Signup and view all the answers

What did the artist feel when the portrait was about to finish?

Excited and delighted with his perfect work Signup and view all the answers

What does the story suggest about excessive passion for something?

It always gives bad results Signup and view all the answers

'The Oval Portrait' presents the confusing relationship between which two elements?

Art and addiction Signup and view all the answers