Question

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which story premise is the best example of gothic literature?

a. mummies team up with zombies to fight an invasion of aliens from another planet.

b. a strange circus comes to town. people who visit the circus never seem to return.

c. a magical spring in the woods grants people eternal life, but only those pure of heart.

d. everyone in rose, nebraska, who makes a wish at a certain tree will find true love in life.

Explanation:

Gothic literature often features mystery, the supernatural, and an atmosphere of unease or dread. Option B has a strange circus with people disappearing, creating mystery and a sense of foreboding, typical of Gothic themes. Option A is sci - fi/horror crossover, C is more of a fairy - tale/magical realism with a moral, D is a whimsical, romantic premise. So B fits Gothic literature best.

Answer:

B. A strange circus comes to town. People who visit the circus never seem to return.