The Masque of the Red Death Questions on Gates Welded Shut
The Masque of the Red Death
Why are the gates of Prince Prospero's court welded shut?
In "The Masque of the Red Death," Prince Prospero welds the gates of his court shut to protect himself and his guests from the deadly Red Death epidemic. This measure ensures no one can enter,...
The Masque of the Red Death
How long were the prince and his friends in seclusion before the masquerade ball in "The Masque of the Red Death"?
The prince and his friends were in seclusion for five or six months before the masquerade ball. During this time, the plague, known as the Red Death, was at its most deadly outside the castle. Prince...