Question

read the following scene: in the midst of the shadows of the dark room, she glimpsed a shadow ducking from view. her heart nearly stopped as her mother materialized in front of her. face gaunt and bony arms reaching, her mother tried to speak but could not form words. how could it be? she had died five years ago. which characteristic of gothic writing does this passage best illustrate? a. natures deadliness b. a melancholy, gloomy tone c. a supernatural theme d. heavy use of symbolism

Explanation:

The passage features a mother who had died five years ago materializing in a dark room, which is a supernatural event typical of Gothic writing themes.

Answer:

C. A supernatural theme