1. Fall of the Usher House - Edgar Poe
The narrator notes that his friend is paler and less energetic than he once was. ... The narrator also notes that Roderick seems afraid of his own house. ... He notes that she has rosy cheeks, as some do after death. ... As he reads, he hears noises that correspond to the descriptions in the book. ... The wind blows the door open and confirms Roderick's fears: his sister stands in white robes bloodied from her struggle. ...
- Word Count: 1485
- Approx Pages: 6
- Grade Level: High School