Which of the following features are commonly found in Gothic novels, a genre favored by Romantic writers such as Horace Walpole and Ann Radcliffe?

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Elements of the supernatural and unexplainable eventsThemes involving cruelty and the torment of innocent young womenMystery-driven narratives set against bleak and foreboding environmentsAll of the above characteristics combinedNone of the above

Explanation

Gothic novels, as popularized by authors like Horace Walpole and Ann Radcliffe, often include supernatural occurrences, themes of cruelty especially toward vulnerable maidens, and plots filled with mystery and suspense set in dark, desolate landscapes. Therefore, all these elements collectively define the genre.