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The House of Fame Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

The House of Fame is a thrilling mystery game set in a haunted mansion, where players must uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious events. In this game, players will have to use their detective skills to piece together important information fragments and solve the puzzles that will lead them to the answers they seek.

  • Explore the eerie mansion and uncover hidden clues
  • Interact with intriguing characters and unravel their secrets
  • Use spells for hints and extra time to aid in your investigation
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  • - The House of Fame is a Middle English poem written by Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century.
  • - The poem is a dream vision, where the narrator dreams of visiting the House of Fame.
  • - The House of Fame is a magnificent palace located on a mountain made of ice and surrounded by fire.
  • - Inside the House of Fame, there are walls adorned with portraits and statues of famous historical figures.
  • - The House of Fame is ruled by a giant eagle named Jupiter, who is the god of gods.
  • - Jupiter sits on a throne made of precious stones and is attended by a multitude of birds who act as messengers.
  • - The narrator encounters a woman named Fame, who has a trumpet that she uses to spread news and information.
  • - Fame has the power to make people renowned and celebrated, but she can also spread false rumors and lies.
  • - Fame takes the narrator on a tour of the House of Fame, showing him the various chambers and their inhabitants.
  • - The chambers of the House of Fame are filled with people who have achieved fame through different means, such as war, love, and literature.
  • - The narrator witnesses the chaos and disorder that Fame creates, as people desperately try to gain her favor and be recognized.
  • - The House of Fame represents the fickleness and transience of fame and how it can be manipulated and distorted.
  • - Chaucer explores the themes of truth, reputation, and the power of language through the narrative of the House of Fame.
  • - The poem raises questions about the nature of fame and its impact on society and individuals.
  • - Chaucer incorporates elements of classical mythology and medieval allegory in The House of Fame.
  • - The poem is written in three books, each focusing on a different aspect of fame and its consequences.
  • - The House of Fame is an unfinished work, with the third book ending abruptly without a resolution.
  • - Chaucer's use of satire and irony is evident throughout the poem, offering social commentary on contemporary society.
  • - The House of Fame showcases Chaucer's skill as a poet, with vivid descriptions, imaginative imagery, and complex symbolism.
  • - Despite being incomplete, The House of Fame remains an important work in Chaucer's canon and a significant contribution to medieval literature.

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