For what historical event did the Gothic serve as a metaphor ?
Correct answer: B. The French Revolution
- A. The American Revolution
- B. The French Revolution
- C. The Battle of Waterloo
- D. The Industrial Revolution
Explanation
Gothic fiction often became a metaphor for the French Revolution, especially the return of suppressed violence and the collapse of established social order. This historical association is stronger than its connection with Waterloo or the Industrial Revolution.
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