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Some of the elements which can be considered to be gothic in "the pit and the pendulum" are darkness, internal struggle, horror and terror experienced by the main character, lack of freedom, torture, etc.
I can understand that Orpheus was not certain if he wasn't tricked by Hades, and if Eurydice is really following him. He also wanted to see his beloved. But the punishment for doing so was very severe, and Greek gods were usually not the ones one should trifle with, so i think that his action was reckless. I wouldn't look back, but its easier said then done.
the correct answer is A.Arsat and his brother run away with Diamelen.
