1. After detailing Poe's "single effect" theory, apply it to one or two of his other stories by narrowing your focus to specific plot elements. For instance, you might examine the techniques used in the story's beginning and ending, the symbols present, or the characters.

2. "The Cask of Amontillado" is one of Poe's exemplary revenge tales, opening with, "The thousand injuries of Fortunato I had borne as best I could, but when he ventured upon insult I vowed revenge." Using one or two of Poe's other works, analyze how the opening lines set the tone, introduce characters, and establish the plot and theme.

3. Compare or contrast "The Fall of the House of Usher" with another of Poe's stories by focusing on one of the following aspects: (a) the protagonists; (b) the female characters; (c) the settings; (d) the gothic elements; (e) the use of color symbolism; (f) themes such as premature burials, insanity, or murder.

4. Poe employs the doppelgänger effect in "William Wilson" and "The Fall of the House of Usher." Define the doppelgänger effect and explain how it is manifested in one or both of these stories.

5. Discuss the role of "The Haunted Palace" in "The Fall of the House of Usher."

6. Similarly, in "Ligeia," Poe uses "The Conqueror Worm" in a comparable manner to "The Haunted Palace." Do these elements produce similar effects?

7. Select a favorite horror film and examine its use of gothic techniques. If these techniques resemble those used by Poe, highlight the similarities by referencing specific stories. If they differ or innovate on Poe's methods, explain this by also referring to particular stories.