‘Gothic writing frequently explores the battle between good and evil.’
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Past examination questions on Dracula
Browse 124 question records collected from 2017–2026. These come from examination material, not the Estate’s 60 original practice questions. The catalogue includes question excerpts and summaries, so use the wording label and the original paper before treating an entry as a complete examination question.
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‘In Gothic writing, female characters are generally presented as victims.’ (Bloody Chamber question; Dracula as comparator)
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‘Suspense is a key feature of narrative in Gothic writing.’ (open: Dracula and/or Carter)
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the suffering that follows when boundaries are crossed
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…present characters who experience anxiety
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…examine violence
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Significance of Carfax as a location (Harker describes the men’s visit to Carfax)
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Significance of the character of Renfield (Seward describes Mina’s first meeting with Renfield)
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‘Gothic writing is characterised by a fascination with death.’
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‘Gothic writing must always have the power to shock.’ (Bloody Chamber question)
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‘A common character in Gothic writing is the isolated figure or outsider.’
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the opportunities and dangers of crossing
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…use the supernatural to reveal character
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…present good and evil
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Significance of cemeteries as locations (Seward’s account of the visit to the Westenra tomb)
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Significance of Dracula’s attacks on Mina Harker (account of discovering the attack)
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‘The most fascinating characters in Gothic literature are its villains.’
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‘Gothic writing depends on the use of traditional images and stories.’ (Bloody Chamber question)
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‘Supernatural events and effects are key features of Gothic writing.’
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how crossing a boundary affects language and communication
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Use the catalogue accurately
An excerpt gives part of the question, often without its shared instruction or supplied passage. A summary records a focus described in a report or research note. Entries marked for checking are not offered as verbatim wording. The examination year, series and variant matter, especially for the autumn 2020 and 2021 series.
Cambridge coverage here is historical: 40 question records from 20 papers in 2022–2024. The 2024 Dracula questions use number 5, not the earlier number 6. The two Leaving Certificate 2026 entries still require checking against the original paper.
Topics describe the collected questions; their frequency does not predict a future paper. Chapter F: Estate-written practice questions · Chapter C.
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