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Performing your chosen Gothic poem

Quiz by Oak National Academy: KS3 English (2)

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  • Q1
    If a piece of music is discordant. what is it like?
    harsh and out of tune
    modern and upbeat
    sweet sounding and pretty
    30s
  • Q2
    Which is the best synonym for assail?
    attack
    soothe
    mourn
    30s
  • Q3
    Starting with "It was on a bleak December night.' Put the events of 'The Raven' in order.
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    30s
  • Q4
    Match the imagery in 'The Haunted Palace' with their mostly likely meanings.
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    30s
  • Q5
    The last two lines of 'The Raven' are: "And my soul from out that shadow that lies floating on the floor/shall be lifted - nevermore!" Which of the following is the best interpretation?
    The raven is cruel and merciless in his treatment of the man.
    The man fears that he will be destroyed by the raven.
    The man will never escape the unhappiness that has come over him.
    The darkness of the night echoes the darkness in the man's soul.
    30s
  • Q6
    The last line of 'The Haunted Palace is: "And laugh - but smile no more." What is the best interpretation of these lines?
    The ruin of the palace has made everyone miserable.
    All the laughter has left the valley and the palace.
    There are only tears left and the speaker is in mourning.
    There is no genuine happiness only mocking laughter.
    30s

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