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How long has Hill House stood?

80 years.

From what did Dr. Montague's intentions regarding Hill House derive?

Nineteenth-century ghost hunters.

How many letters did Dr. Montague send out to his participants and how many replied?

He sent out 12 letters and got four replies.

Who did Eleanor live with after her mother died?

<p>She lived with her sister, brother-in-law, and her niece.</p> Signup and view all the answers

For how many days did the showers of stones fall on Eleanor's house?

<p>The stones continued for 3 days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the owners of Hill House?

<p>The Sandersons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Eleanor steal from her sister?

<p>She steals their car to go to Hill House.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who told Eleanor 'I'll be praying for you, dearie'?

<p>The little lady she knocked over by the city garage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dr. Montague wrote directions for Eleanor to Hill House; where does he advise her not to stop and ask for directions?

<p>Hillsdale.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who opens/is in charge of the gates at Hill House?

<p>Mr. Dudley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Eleanor thinking when she was face to face with Hill House?

<p>To get away from there at once and leave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the girl from the diner in Hillsdale say nobody goes to this town to visit?

<p>There is nothing to do and it's very empty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Carrie?

<p>Eleanor's sister.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who did Eleanor, her sister, and their mother have a feud with?

<p>The entire neighborhood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what condition did Mrs. Sanderson let Dr. Montague rent Hill House?

<p>That a family member be present and be a participant, so Luke was sent to join the party.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What song lyric was Eleanor thinking of when she arrived at Hill House?

<p>Journeys end in lovers meeting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color is Eleanor's room? Theo's?

<p>Eleanor's is blue and Theo's is green.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do Mrs. and Mr. Dudley leave Hill House?

<p>Before it gets dark out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives shortly after Eleanor?

<p>After Eleanor, Theodora arrives at Hill House.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does Theodora recognize right away in Eleanor?

<p>She detects fear in Eleanor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character went to a private school?

<p>Eleanor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

With what does Theodora compare the first day in Hill House?

<p>She compares it to the first day of school, she says everything is ugly and strange.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Theodora and Eleanor dress in bright colors?

<p>They felt it was their duty to stand out bright in such a dreary place such as Hill House.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is located behind Hill House and why is it relevant?

<p>Behind Hill House there are hills and this is where Hill House got its name.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Theodora think she and Eleanor are?

<p>She thinks that they are cousins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Eleanor sees a shadow of something; what does Theodora say it is?

<p>A rabbit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Eleanor say would infuriate her mother?

<p>Buying a pair of slacks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do Eleanor and Theo make jokes about Mrs. Dudley's words about leaving at night?

<p>To make them less frightened of the house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What colors were Eleanor and Theo wearing?

<p>Eleanor was wearing a red sweater and Theo a yellow shirt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Eleanor say about Luke?

<p>That he is silly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Luke say he is?

<p>He says he's a bullfighter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does everyone get lost in Hill House?

<p>The rooms are inside different rooms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Theodora think is the only surviving member of the family who Hill House belongs to?

<p>Mrs. Dudley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the last person who tried to leave Hill House die?

<p>At the turn of the driveway his horse bolted and crushed him against a big tree.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Hill House built?

<p>It was built as a home for a family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who built Hill House?

<p>Hugh Crain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Hugh Crain's second wife die?

<p>She died of a fall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who got Hill House after the death of Hugh Crain?

<p>The oldest daughter/sister.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who won the house in court after Miss Crain died?

<p>The companion she has lived with her in Hill House.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the companion commit suicide in Hill House?

<p>She was tormented by what she did and felt guilty and was feeling threatened all the time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Dr. Montague say not to do when he went looking for a chess board around the house?

<p>He said not to wander around the house alone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the middle of the night what did Eleanor think was moving?

<p>She thought the doorknob was moving even though she thought she locked it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Dr. Montague keep his room door slightly open?

<p>To see or listen if anything suspicious would happen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hill House Overview

  • Hill House has stood for 80 years and is known for its eerie reputation.
  • Constructed as a family home by Hugh Crain.

Dr. Montague's Research

  • Dr. Montague's interests in Hill House stem from the activities of nineteenth-century ghost hunters.
  • He reached out to 12 potential participants for his study, receiving only four replies.

Characters and Background

  • Eleanor Vance is introduced as a woman living with her sister, brother-in-law, and niece after her mother's death.
  • She experienced a three-day ordeal of stones falling on her house, contributing to her tumultuous background.
  • Luke Sanderson is introduced as the family member present in Hill House per Mrs. Sanderson's conditions for renting the property.

Journey to Hill House

  • Eleanor steals her sister's car to travel to Hill House, signaling her desire to escape her current life.
  • Dr. Montague advises her not to stop in Hillsdale for directions, hinting at the town's isolation.
  • A local diner patron comments that nobody visits Hillsdale since there is "nothing to do."

Initial Impressions of Hill House

  • Upon arrival, Eleanor feels an overwhelming urge to leave Hill House immediately.
  • The character Mr. Dudley is the gatekeeper to Hill House, enhancing the property's secluded atmosphere.

Key Relationships

  • The first to arrive after Eleanor is Theodora, who immediately senses Eleanor's fear.
  • Eleanor's sister is Carrie, and there is a notable feud with the neighborhood.

Environment and Atmosphere

  • Hill House is described in dreary terms, with comparisons to the first day of school, made by Theodora.
  • Both Eleanor and Theodora dress in bright colors to combat the dreary feel of the house.

Peculiarities of Hill House

  • The house's layout confuses its residents, as rooms are situated inside one another.
  • Eleanor experiences moments of fright, including a perceived moving doorknob at night, despite believing she locked it.

Historical Context

  • Hugh Crain's second wife met a tragic end due to a fall, adding to the house's haunted aura.
  • After Hugh Crain's death, the house passed to his oldest daughter, who later died, leading to court disputes over ownership.

Tragic Outcomes

  • The last person to leave Hill House died tragically after his horse bolted, showcasing the dangers associated with the estate.
  • A companion of the home’s last resident committed suicide, driven by guilt and fear, contributing to the legends surrounding Hill House.

Daily Life at Hill House

  • The menial structure of daily life includes breakfast served at 9 am, adding a mundanity amidst the supernatural suspense.
  • Eleanor and Theo's dynamic begins to form, with humor being a means to confront their fears about the house.

Visual Details

  • Eleanor's room is blue, while Theo's is green, indicating their differing personalities and emotional states.
  • They both wear bright clothing — red and yellow — to symbolize their intentions to bring color into the muted environment of Hill House.

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