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What literary device is highlighted by the inclusion of news reports in novels, as exemplified by Mina assembling clippings in her journal?
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Symbolism
Foreshadowing
Crafting a narrative using found materials within the story
Flashback
What happens when the Russian schooner-ship enters the harbor in Whitby?
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It smoothly docks at the harbor, and the crew greets the people on shore
It sinks immediately upon entering the harbor.
A dead man is found lashed to the steering-wheel, after which a large dog jumps off the ship and escapes
It gets caught in a net and is pulled to the shore by the local fishermen
What literary term is used to describe the situation where the reader is aware of something that characters in the novel are not, as in the case where the reader suspects Dracula is on the Russian vessel, but Mina doesn't?
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Foreshadowing
Dramatic Irony
Suspense
Paradox
What does Mina report about the cargo of the Russian schooner that arrived at Whitby harbor?
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It contained a large number of wooden boxes filled with earth, which were given to a solicitor in Whitby
It contained gold and spices from India
It contained a collection of rare books and manuscripts
It was carrying machinery and equipment for construction
Which of the following does the motif of the dog indicate in the novel?
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The dog symbolizes loyalty and companionship
The dog represents Dracula’s ability to control animals
The presence of the dog tends to signal Dracula’s arrival and terrible events to come
The dog is a guardian protecting the characters from Dracula
Which of the following does a harbor official allow Mina to do regarding the ship known as the Demeter?
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She is allowed to claim the wooden boxes from the ship
She is allowed to look over the logbooks of the ship
She is allowed to steer the ship back out of the harbor
She is given a tour of the ship including the engine room
How does the author use the first-person narration in the ship journal to influence the reader?
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To provide a historical background of the ship's journey
To create a sense of authenticity and realism in the story
To increase the sense of terror and suspense for both characters and readers
To introduce new characters who will play a significant role later in the novel
Which of the following happens on the 17th of July on the schooner Demeter?
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The captain organizes a celebration for the crew
The crew catches a large number of fish and marvels at their good fortune
The ship encounters pirates and has to defend itself
A crew member reports seeing a tall, thin man on the ship who is not in the crew logs
What is suggested by the Demeter sailors' reaction to the presence of the "thin man"?
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The "thin man" frightens the sailors, to the extent that they would risk their lives by leaping overboard
The "thin man" is seen as a good omen and the sailors are enthusiastic about his presence
The sailors believe the "thin man" is a lost traveler and try to help him
The "thin man" is ignored by the sailors as they believe him to be a common stowaway
What does the captain hear after the mate goes below deck on August 3rd aboard the schooner Demeter?
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The mate singing a sea shanty
The mate and the "thin man" arguing
The mate screaming once and then falling silent
The sound of boxes being moved around
What is notable about the passage in the log where the captain ties himself to the wheel?
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The passage gives an explicit and jarring description of Dracula’s appearance and actions
The passage is notable for implying Dracula's presence rather than giving an explicit description
It is a light-hearted scene that provides comic relief in the novel
It depicts the captain successfully defeating Dracula and saving the ship
What does Mina write at the bottom of the account in her journal regarding the "thin man" on the schooner Demeter?
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She speculates that the "thin man" might be a ghost
She believes that the "thin man" was a stowaway trying to reach England, and resolves to discover his identity
She concludes that the "thin man" is the captain's alter ego
She writes that it is unclear who the "thin man" might be, and the ship's fate might remain mysterious
What is unclear, at this point in the story, about Lucy's sleepwalking around the time of Dracula's arrival in England?
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Whether Lucy's sleepwalking is connected to Dracula's arrival or just a coincidence
Whether Lucy is pretending to sleepwalk to attract attention
Whether Lucy's sleepwalking is a side effect of medication
Whether Lucy is using her alleged sleepwalking as an excuse to meet someone secretly
What does Mina report regarding Swales on August 10 in her journal?
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Swales has fled the town
Swales was seen talking to a mysterious stranger
Swales has been arrested by the authorities for unknown reasons
Swales was found dead in the cemetery with a broken neck and a fearful look on his face
What is implied about strange dreams throughout the novel?
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They are random occurrences with no connection to the plot
They are linked to meetings or involvement with Dracula
They are a common part of life and have no particular significance
They are often caused by a change in weather patterns
