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1. Guilt is feeling like you've done something wrong?

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Guilt is a complex emotion that arises when an individual believes they have done something wrong or violated their own moral code. It involves feelings of remorse, regret, and self-blame. Therefore, the statement "Guilt is feeling like you've done something wrong" is accurate as it correctly defines guilt as the perception of wrongdoing.

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2. "The Black Cat" was later made into a (blank).

Explanation

"The Black Cat" was later made into a play and a movie.

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3. (blank) can come around and bite you in the end.

Explanation

Karma is a belief in the concept of cause and effect, where one's actions and intentions will eventually bring about consequences, either positive or negative. Cats, on the other hand, are often associated with being unpredictable and having a mischievous nature. Therefore, the phrase "can come around and bite you in the end" suggests that both karma and cats have the potential to bring unexpected consequences or negative outcomes if one is not careful.

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4. How many cats did the person have?

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The person had 2 cats.

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5. What is Iroinc about the two cats?

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The irony in the situation is that both cats have only one eye. This is unexpected and contradictory to the usual expectation of cats having two eyes. Irony often involves a contrast between what is expected and what actually occurs, and in this case, the fact that both cats share the same unusual characteristic adds to the irony.

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6. Cats are said to have eight lives.

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Cats are said to have nine lives

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7. Gallows mean what?

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The correct answer is "instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which condemned persons are execution by hanging." This is the correct answer because gallows are historically known as a method of execution by hanging, typically consisting of a wooden frame.

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8. What did the name of the first cat mean?

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The name of the first cat meant the Roman god of the Underworld. This suggests that the cat may have been named after this god, possibly due to its mysterious and dark nature. The Roman god of the Underworld, also known as Pluto, was associated with death and the afterlife, which aligns with the cat's name and its potential characteristics.

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9. 'The Black Cat' was written in 1842

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The statement "The Black Cat" was written in 1842 is false. "The Black Cat" is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe and it was actually published in 1843. It is a psychological horror story that revolves around the theme of guilt and the descent into madness. The story is known for its dark and macabre atmosphere, as well as its exploration of the human psyche.

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10. Edgar Allen Poe's wife broke a blood vessel while playing the paino

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The given statement is true. Edgar Allen Poe's wife did break a blood vessel while playing the piano. This incident occurred in 1847 when Poe's wife, Virginia Eliza Clemm Poe, was playing the piano and suddenly began bleeding from the mouth. It was later discovered that she had ruptured a blood vessel. This incident added to the tragic events in Poe's life, as his wife's health continued to deteriorate and she eventually passed away in 1847.

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Guilt is feeling like you've done something wrong?
"The Black Cat" was later made into a (blank).
(blank) can come around and bite you in the end.
How many cats did the person have?
What is Iroinc about the two cats?
Cats are said to have eight lives.
Gallows mean what?
What did the name of the first cat mean?
'The Black Cat' was written in 1842
Edgar Allen Poe's wife broke a blood vessel while playing the paino
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