Gothic Conventions

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Across
  1. 4. A word for ghosts, monsters, and things science cannot explain.
  2. 6. The era when Gothic literature became very popular (19th century).
  3. 10. A frightening creature that often appears in Gothic stories.
  4. 11. The tense feeling when you don’t know what will happen next.
  5. 12. A large, old building often used as a spooky Gothic setting.
  6. 14. A confusing, maze-like place common in Gothic settings.
Down
  1. 1. Dark shapes that create fear or uncertainty in Gothic scenes.
  2. 2. The main emotion Gothic writers aim to create.
  3. 3. A Gothic theme where characters lose control of their minds.
  4. 5. A creepy setting filled with tombstones.
  5. 7. A supernatural punishment placed on someone.
  6. 8. Eerie lighting often used to create atmosphere.
  7. 9. A stronger form of fear used in Gothic stories.
  8. 13. A common Gothic theme where characters are cut off from others.
  9. 15. The time of day often used to create darkness and mystery.