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The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde is a classic tale of a haunted house and the antics of the restless spirit that dwells within. To bring this story to life, we have created a fact-matching game where players must piece together important information fragments to uncover the mysteries of the ghostly presence.

  • Players will navigate through the rooms of the haunted mansion, searching for clues and solving puzzles to unravel the ghost’s story.
  • Use spells to reveal hints and gain extra time to complete your quest.
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  • - The Canterville Ghost is a short story written by Oscar Wilde.
  • - The story was first published in 1887.
  • - It tells the tale of an American family who moves into a haunted mansion in England.
  • - The ghost, Sir Simon de Canterville, has been haunting the mansion for over three centuries.
  • - The Otis family, consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Otis and their four children, are skeptical about the ghost's existence.
  • - The ghost tries to scare the family multiple times, but they always respond with humor and practicality.
  • - Virginia, the eldest daughter, becomes curious about the ghost and eventually befriends him.
  • - Sir Simon confesses to Virginia that he is trapped in the mansion until he can find someone to release him from his curse.
  • - Virginia agrees to help him, and they discover a hidden room containing his remains.
  • - Virginia prays for Sir Simon's soul, and he is finally able to find peace and move on.
  • - The ghost's disappearance brings sadness to the mansion, and the Otis family decides to leave.
  • - The story combines elements of comedy, satire, and the supernatural.
  • - It explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the power of love.
  • - The Canterville Ghost is known for its witty dialogue and humorous situations.
  • - The story has been adapted into various stage plays, films, and even an opera.
  • - It is one of Oscar Wilde's most popular works and is considered a classic in the genre of ghost stories.
  • - The character of Sir Simon de Canterville is seen as a sympathetic figure despite his ghostly nature.
  • - The story satirizes both American and British cultures, highlighting their differences.
  • - The Otis family represents American practicality and skepticism, contrasting with the traditional British belief in ghosts.
  • - The Canterville Ghost continues to be enjoyed by readers of all ages around the world.

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