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What message might Edgar Allan Poe want to convey in “The Fall of the House of Usher?”
Twins have a physical and emotional bond that is extraordinary.
Gloom and despair are ever-present dangers.
Being rich is not enough to keep a person healthy.
Living in an isolated country setting is unhealthy.
What message might Edgar Allan Poe want to convey in “The Fall of the House of Usher?”
Twins have a physical and emotional bond that is extraordinary.
Gloom and despair are ever-present dangers.
Being rich is not enough to keep a person healthy.
Living in an isolated country setting is unhealthy.
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In "The Fall of the House of Usher," Edgar Allan Poe conveys several potential messages, but a prominent theme is that "gloom and despair are ever-present dangers." The story captures the psychological and emotional decay of both Roderick Usher and his sister Madeline, as well as the oppressive atmosphere of the Usher home. The isolation and the family's tragic history contribute to a pervasive sense of dread and inevitable doom. While the other options touch on various elements within the story, the overarching mood of gloom and despair aligns most closely with Poe's exploration of the human psyche and its vulnerabilities.