ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

GOTHIC LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In ambiguous gothic literature, the supernatural elements ____
A
are real
B
are not real
C
might be real or not real
D
are eventually found to have rational explanations
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The supernatural is a key defining element in the Gothic. Whether they invoke the supernatural directly or rely upon the imagination of the reader to provide it, Gothic writers use the supernatural to build suspense, and create special effects for the reader.

Detailed explanation-2: -Affiliation With Supernatural Forces Another key element of Gothic literature is its affiliation with supernatural forces such as ghosts, vampires, giants, monsters, demons and zombies. In Gothic novels, we see ghosts or monsters pursuing the protagonist and dead people coming to life and scaring people.

Detailed explanation-3: -Gothic stories are not always supernatural, but they can be. Creatures are often found in Gothic work. Vampires, werewolves, and mummies are three examples.

Detailed explanation-4: -In Gothic literature, authors use ambiguity to create suspense and add scary details to their stories. Ambiguity defines the Gothic genre by developing questions and have the audience wanting more.

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