10 Questions
What is the novel considered as the first work of gothic literature?
The Castle of Otranto
Who is the author of the novel?
Horace Walpole
How did Walpole characterize his novel?
Gothic
What was Walpole's intention in using the word 'gothic'?
To pass his novel as an antique Italian text from 1529
What are some gothic tropes established in 'The Castle of Otranto'?
Supernatural elements, old castles, secret passages, moving paintings, and doors closing by themselves
The first work of gothic fiction due to its establishment of gothic ______
tropes
The meaning of the word gothic in the context was deriving from the ______ ages
middle
The castle of etranto is considered the first work of gothic ______
fiction
The ______ part of the 18th century sawn explosion of gothic literature
latter
Walpole's intention was to pass his novel as an ______ italian text from 1529
antique
"Discover the Origins of Gothic Literature in 'The Castle of Otranto' Quiz" Test your knowledge on Horace Walpole's groundbreaking 1764 novel, considered the first work of Gothic literature. Learn about the author's intentions and the significance of his subtitling the novel as a "Gothic story." Uncover the themes of nobility, blood, and the sinful nature of humanity in this influential literary work.
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