What Makes You Nervous?

Scary Stories that Emphasize Tone, Mood & Plot

Standards Addressed in these lessons: K.R.8.1.4.5—Inferencing K.R.8.1.4.7—Comparing & Contrasting K.R.8.1.4.8—Cause & Effect K.R.8.1.4.9—Summarization K.R.8.1.4.11—Style & Literary Devices K.R.8.2.1.1—Characterization K.R.8.2.1.2—Setting K.R.8.2.1.3—Plot K.W.8.1.1.2—Audiences, Purposes, & Writing Process

2010

Amanda Graham & Kim Osenga FRMS 8th Grade Language Arts

10/22/2010

Edgar Allen Poe

Name: Core: Date:

“The Tell-Tale Heart” Trial

Definitions:

Murder in the First Degree – The distinguishing factor of first degree murder is pre-meditation. First degree murder is usually part of a larger scheme, done by poison, done after lying in wait and/or planned. It often involves weapons (especially guns). Often in conjunction with burglary, arson, serial murders and other felonies.

Insanity – Mental illness or psychosis which causes the person to lose touch with reality. There can be a claim of “temporary insanity” or simply the argument of prolonged mental illness. Must be of a severe nature to be counted as a plea of insanity.

Arguments Textual Evidence*

First Degree

1. 2. 3.

1. 2. 3.

Insanity

1. 2. 3.

1. 2. 3.

*Use page references and quote.

Terms You’ll Need to Know

First-degree murder- A killing which is deliberate and premeditated

(planned, after lying in wait, by poison or as part of a scheme), in

conjunction with felonies such as burglary, arson, or involving

multiple deaths or certain weapons, particularly a gun.

Insanity - Mental illness of such a severe nature that a person cannot

distinguish fantasy from reality, cannot conduct her/his affairs due to

psychosis, or is subject to uncontrollable impulsive behavior. In

criminal cases, a plea of "not guilty by reason of insanity" will

require a trial on the issue of the defendant's insanity (or sanity) at the

time the crime was committed. In these cases the defendant usually

claims "temporary insanity."

Defense: The group who will be fighting on behalf of the narrator. They

will plead insanity.

Prosecution: The group fighting on behalf of the old man. They will be

accusing the narrator of committing first degree murder.

Judge: The judge mediates the discussion and calls upon the defense and

prosecution to speak.

Jury: Those that will decide the verdict.

Name: Core: Date:

T-TH: Choose ONE of the THREE Directions: Based on your preferred learning preference, select one of the assignment options below to

complete for today’s assignment. This assignment may be completed on the back of this paper.

Spatial option: Create a detailed, full-page color portrait of the main

character. Pay attention to descriptions/personality traits stated in the story

and incorporate those elements into your depiction. CITE (quote and page

number) at least 2 of the descriptions you use in your illustration.

Kinesthetic option: Write a 1 page scene (include dialogue and set cues)

between the main character and old man before our story begins. List

which musical accompaniment (song or sounds) should be included and

what props you would need to make the setting/mood complete.

Linguistic option: Write arguments for a murder trail of the main character.

You will take the point of view of the prosecution and will need to CITE

examples from the text (quote and page number) to back up your

arguments. Which route will you choose to pursue; murder in the 1st

degree (premeditated) or murder by insanity?

Function: ____________________ a : a _______________________ for a work of literature, art, or music <guilt and punishment is the theme of the story> b : a specific and distinctive _____________________, ______________, or concern <the house was decorated in a country theme>

1. Man Struggles Against ________________: Man is always at battle with human nature, whether the drives described are material or against the aging process itself. 2. Man Struggles Against ___________________: Mankind is always struggling to determine if societal pressure is best for living. Check out books like Scott Westerfeld’s The Uglies and The Pretties to see how people deal with the pressures of society on their life. 3. Man Struggles to Understand ______________________: Mankind tries to understand and make peace with God, but satisfaction is elusive and difficult. 4. __________________ Does Not Pay: A popular theme played out in books throughout time is the concept that honesty is honored and criminals will eventually be caught. "The Telltale Heart" is a story written on this theme. 5. Overcoming ____________________: Many books celebrate characters who accept a tough situation and turn it into triumph. 6. ____________________ is Dependant on ____________: This is the idea that you can't have friends if you don't act like a friend. 7. The Importance of ___________________: Sacrifices for family are honored and explored, as are the family bonds that survive adversity. 8. _________ and ________: Just when you think life is finally going to be easy, something bad happens to balance it all out. 9. _____________ is the Worthiest of __________________: Many writers assert the idea that love conquers all, appealing to the romantic side of us. 10. _____________ is Part of Life: Literary works with this theme show how death and life and intricately connected. 11. Sacrifices Bring ___________________: Sacrifices and hard work pay off in the end, despite the challenges along the way. 12. Human Beings All Have the Same _____________: S.E. Hinton's __________________________, asserts that rich or poor, educated or dumb, all human beings need love and other basic needs met.

Definition of

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Most Common

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Class Notes

Topic:

Theme & Mood

Name : ____________________________________________________

Class: _____________________________________________________

Date:______________________________

Reflection:

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Theme/Mood Teacher Copy

Definition of Theme:

Function: noun 1 a : a subject for a work of literature, art, or music <guilt and punishment is the theme of the story> b : a specific and distinctive quality, characteristic, or concern <the house was decorated in a country theme> “Theme.” Word Central. 2010. Merriam Webster Word Central. 25 Aug 2010 <http://www.wordcentral.com>.

The 12 Most Common Themes in Literature

1. Man Struggles Against Nature: Man is always at battle with human nature, whether the drives described are sexual, material or against the aging process itself.

2. Man Struggles Against Society: Mankind is always struggling to determine if societal pressure is best for living. Check out books like Scott Westerfeld’s The Uglies and The Pretties to see how people deal with the pressures of society on their life.

3. Man Struggles to Understand Higher Powers: Mankind tries to understand and make peace with God, but satisfaction is elusive and difficult.

4. Crime Does Not Pay: A popular theme played out in books throughout time is the concept that honesty is honored and criminals will eventually be caught. "The Telltale Heart" is a story written on this theme.

5. Overcoming Adversity: Many books celebrate characters who accept a tough situation and turn it into triumph.

6. Friendship is Dependant on Sacrifice: This is the idea that you can't have friends if you don't act like a friend.

7. The Importance of Family: Sacrifices for family are honored and explored, as are the family bonds that survive adversity.

8. Yin and Yang: Just when you think life is finally going to be easy, something bad happens to balance it all out.

9. Love is the Worthiest of Pursuits: Many writers assert the idea that love conquers all, appealing to the romantic side of us.

10. Death is Part of the Life Cycle: Literary works with this theme show how death and life and intricately connected.

11. Sacrifices Bring Reward: Sacrifices and hard work pay off in the end, despite the challenges along the way.

12. Human Beings All Have the Same Needs: S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders, book asserts that rich or poor, educated or dumb, all human beings need love and other basic needs met.

Works Consulted:

Mork, Rachel. “12 most common themes in literature.” 2010. Life 123. 25 Aug. 2010.

<http://www.life123.com/parenting/education/children-reading/12-most-common-themes-in-literature.shtml>.

Name: Core: Date:

Edgar Allen Poe Webquest Directions: Go to www.classzone.com and, after selecting our textbook, choose the “Author Online” link under the “Literature and Reading” Tab. Next,

skip to “Poe, Edgar Allen” and choose his Author Study. Once there, answer the following questions.

1. When and where was EAP born? ___________ in __________________________

2. In what year did EAP first enroll in college and where did he attend? ____________ at

______________________________________________

3. How old was EAP when he enlisted in the army and what was the highest rank he was

promoted to? ____________ years old and __________________________________

4. Name the year that EAP married his wife, as well as her name and age. _____________ to

____________________________ who was _________ years old

5. In what year was EAP’s most famous work, The Raven, published? _________

6. What year did EAP’s wife die and what was her diagnosis? ____________ from

_____________________________________

7. What year did EAP die and what was his diagnosis? ______________ from

___________________________

8. Name one essay that EAP wrote and the year that it was published.

_______________________________________________ in _______________

9. Name one novel that EAP wrote and the year that it was published.

_______________________________________________ in _______________

10. Name one poem that EAP wrote and the year that it was published.

_______________________________________________ in _______________

11. Name on short story that EAP wrote and the year that it was published.

_______________________________________________ in _______________

12. What is the range of years of EAP’s listed publications?

From _____________ to ________________

13. Out of those listed, cite the EAP quote you like the best and explain why:

“___________________________________________________________________________________

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____________________________” because

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14. Finally, play the “Name Game” and list how many you got correct: _________

The Elevator by William Sleator

Name: Core: Date:

The Elevator Two-Voice Poem Directions: After reading The Elevator by William Sleator, write a two-voice poem from the point of view of characters from the story. Since it’s a TWO-voice poem, you’ll need TWO points of view to compare and contrast. This can either be two different characters or it can compare and contrast the conflict within one character (probably Martin).

V1: ____________________ V2: ____________________

Voice #1: ______________________ Combined Voices (together) Voice#2: ______________________

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The Elevator Event Sequencer “Exit Ticket”

Directions: Below is a list of events from the story. Place each the events in the correct sequence by writing the order (1-5) that they appeared in the story.

_______ Martin and his father move into an apartment complex with an unpleasant elevator.

_______ The elevator opens on floor 10, the fat lady gets on laughing, and then she hits the stop button. _______ Martin asks his dad about the fat lady on the elevator but his father just accuses him of being afraid.

_______ One morning, the elevator stops on the 14th floor & the fat lady got on with her back to the elevator doors.

_______ To avoid the fat lady, Martin runs up the stairs and breaks his leg between the 15th and 16th floors.

*Which of the following plot elements are eliminated (not used) in The Elevator story by William Sleator? a) Rising Action and Climax b) Climax and Resolution

c) Rising Action and Resolution d) Falling Action and Resolution

Name: ______________________________________________________ Core: _________ Date: ____________

The Elevator Conflict “Exit Ticket”

_________ Conflict A) A Struggle that takes place within a character’s own mind, as he/she wrestles with difficult: thoughts, feelings, or choices.

_________ Internal Conflict B) The Struggle between opposing forces; drives the plot. _________ External Conflict C) Involves a struggle between a character and an outside force

such as: another character, force of nature, or society.

Name: Core: Date:

The Elevator Plot Review

Directions: Please label the plot elements in their correct order on the map below.

Word Bank

Climax

Exposition

Falling Action

Resolution

Rising Action

In the “Personal Writing” section of your Writer’s Notebook, and using the prompt given, finish writing The Elevator in 2 paragraphs or more!

Writing Prompt: Write a scary ending! Writing Prompt: Write ANY kind of ending—freebie! Writing Prompt: Write a happy ending. Writing Prompt: Write a surprise twist ending! Writing Prompt: Write an outrageous ending! Writing Prompt: Write a strange/odd ending! Writing Prompt: Write a surprise twist ending! Writing Prompt: Write a ridiculous ending! Writing Prompt: Write a dull ending. Writing Prompt: Write a romantic ending!

Writing Prompt: Write a scary ending! Writing Prompt: Write ANY kind of ending—freebie! Writing Prompt: Write a happy ending. Writing Prompt: Write a surprise twist ending! Writing Prompt: Write an outrageous ending! Writing Prompt: Write a strange/odd ending! Writing Prompt: Write a surprise twist ending! Writing Prompt: Write a ridiculous ending! Writing Prompt: Write a dull ending. Writing Prompt: Write a romantic ending!

Two Types of Conflict

Internal: a struggle that takes place within

a character's own mind, as he or she

wrestles with difficult thoughts, feelings

or choices.

External: a struggle between a character

and an outside force, such as another

character, a force of nature, or society.

If CONFLICT is the struggle between two

opposing forces, either internal or

external, WHAT CONFLICTS CAN YOU

IDENTIFY AS WE READ?

Name_______________________________________________ Date _______________________ Core _____ Conflict Notes belong in the reading section of your Lang. Arts notebook.

Conflict—the struggle between opposing forces; drives the

plot.

______________________________ CONFLICT—a struggle that takes place within a

character’s own mind, as he or she wrestles with difficult:

_______________________________, ____________________________, or

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______________________ Conflict—involves a struggle between a character and an

outside force such as:

___________________________________, ____________________________,

or ______________________________________.

The

Landlady by Roald Dahl

**Put Exit Tickets here (Get from Kelsey or Kim—didn’t copy over onto new computer)

The Landlady Mini-Assessment Name: Core: 1. Read the passage from The Landlady below and answer the following question: What do you guess

happened to the two guests?

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At length, she said, “Mr. Mulholland was a great one for his tea. Never in my life have I seen anyone drink as

much tea as dear, sweet Mr. Mulholland.”

“I suppose he left fairly recently,” Billy said. He was still puzzling his head about the two names. He was

positive now that he had seen them in newspapers—in the headlines.

“Left?” she said, arching her brows. “But my dear boy, he never left. He’s still here. Mr. Temple is also here.

They’re on the fourth floor, both of them together.”

2. The end of the story leaves readers at a cliff-hanger. What do you think will happen to Billy? Why?

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The Landlady Mini-Assessment Name: Core: 3. Read the passage from The Landlady below and answer the following question: What do you guess

happened to the two guests?

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At length, she said, “Mr. Mulholland was a great one for his tea. Never in my life have I seen anyone drink as

much tea as dear, sweet Mr. Mulholland.”

“I suppose he left fairly recently,” Billy said. He was still puzzling his head about the two names. He was

positive now that he had seen them in newspapers—in the headlines.

“Left?” she said, arching her brows. “But my dear boy, he never left. He’s still here. Mr. Temple is also here.

They’re on the fourth floor, both of them together.”

4. The end of the story leaves readers at a cliff-hanger. What do you think will happen to Billy? Why?

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The Landlady by Roald Dahl Name: Core:

Infer Re-read lines 20-2.7. How would you describe Billy’s mood?

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Identify In lines 59-67, Billy thinks about whether to stay at the pub or at the boarding house.

Using the chart below, explain the benefits Billy finds for staying at the Pub vs. the Boarding House.

Pub

Boarding House

Interpret What does the comparison of the landlady to a jack-in-the-box suggest about her (lines

90-91)?

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Infer Re-read lines 103-106. What is strange about the landlady’s responses to Billy’s

comments?

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Infer The landlady tells Billy that she knew he would stay at her bed and breakfast (line 122).

Why do you think the landlady is so certain about Billy’s intentions?

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Predict There are no other guests in the boardinghouse (lines 129-130). What does this clue

foreshadow?

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Infer Pause at line 141. Why do you think the landlady has chosen Billy to be her guest?

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Connect Pause at line 170. If you were Billy, would you be worried? Below, list reasons for why

Billy should and should not be worried.

Why Billy should be worried… Why Billy shouldn’t be worried…

Compare & Contrast Pause at line 240. According to the landlady, how does Billy

resemble the previous guests?

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Clarify Re-read lines 257-264. What is Billy trying to figure out? What does he reveal about the

two guests’ names?

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Infer Pause at line 306. What might the strange smell indicate?

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Predict Pause at line 339. Billy seems to be thunderstruck by a sudden realization about the

landlady. What do you think Billy is going to do?

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Identify Re-read lines 340-356. List the horrifying things the landlady reveals about her

activities.

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The

Monkey’s Paw

by W.W. Jacobs

Name: Core: Date:

The Monkey’s Paw W. W. Jacobs

Vocabulary

Amiably (360): ________________________________________________________________Torrent (360): ________________________________________________________________ Condoling (362): ________________________________________________________________ Doughty (362): ________________________________________________________________ Frivolous (366): ________________________________________________________________ Fusillade (370): ________________________________________________________________

Discussion of lines 26-45 Interpret: Why does Mrs. White say, “Tut, tut!” when she hears the men condoling with each other at the door? Answer: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Analyze: Why is Mr. White so excited about Sergeant-Major Morris’s visit? Answer: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Speculate: Why does Sergeant-Major Morris say, “Better where you are”? Answer: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mood

What is the story’s mood?

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Does the mood change depending

on the story’s setting? Why or why

not?

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Prediction My Prediction Actual Event Correct (y/n)? 1. What role will the monkey’s paw play in the story? (62-65) 2. What do you think will happen as a result of Mr. White’s first wish? (129)

3. Based on the mood of the paragraph, what do you think will happen in part 2? (151-155)

4. Do you think the White’s wish will be granted? (283)

Name: Core: Date:

The Monkey’s Paw by W. W. Jacobs (A)

Directions: Compare and contrast plot elements of The Monkey’s Paw by W.W. Jacobs and that

of The Gorilla’s Paw parody by Tales from the Crypt Keeper.

The Monkey’s Paw by Jacobs

The Gorilla’s Paw by Crypt Keeper

Characters (how many, who, ages, names, roles, etc.):

Setting (where, when, social circumstances, etc.):

Rising Actions (events that led to climax):

1.

2.

Climax (how all the wishes accumulate):

Falling Action/Resolution (last wish does what?):

Characters (how many, who, ages, names, roles, etc.):

Setting (where, when, social circumstances, etc.):

Rising Actions (events that led to climax):

1.

2.

Climax (how all the wishes accumulate):

Falling Action/Resolution (last wish does what?):

Similarities between the two versions (At least 2 full sentences):

Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4eAtcwrrvw (10:01) Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjFuuodvRS4 (10:35)

Name: Core: Date:

The Monkey’s Paw by W. W. Jacobs (B)

Directions: Analyze the differences in story elements between The Monkey’s Paw by W.W.

Jacobs and that of The Gorilla’s Paw parody by Tales from the Crypt Keeper.

The Monkey’s Paw by Jacobs

The Gorilla’s Paw by Crypt Keeper

Cause: Effect on the story’s mood:

Knowledge: How do Mr. White’s feelings about the paw change throughout the story?

Cause: Effect on the story’s mood: Knowledge: How do Louis’s feelings about the paw change throughout the cartoon?

Plot Similarities between the two versions:

*Using two differing colors of ink, plot the two versions on the same plot diagram. Keep the

events in chronological order!

Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4eAtcwrrvw (10:01) Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjFuuodvRS4 (10:35)

The story occurs

in an early 1900s

country setting

during a time of

dreary weather.

The clip occurs in

a modern-day

suburb setting

during a time of

pleasant weather.

Mood Notes Name: Core: Date:

Mood: the feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for a reader. Descriptive words, imagery and

figurative language all influence the mood of a work. What mood does W.W. Jacobs create in “The Monkey’s Paw”? __________________________________________________________________________________________

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Setting Reminder:

The setting refers to the

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Mood in the Movies

In movies, directors try to create mood

for the viewer, too. Listen to the

following music, what kind of mood

does this music create?

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What genre is this movie from?

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How setting affects the

Mood

Watch this clip from the movie, Clue,

what is happening with the weather?

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Look at the car in the clip, what is the

time period?

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Look at the house in the clip, where do

you think it’s located?

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Putting it all together… Finish the following statements.

Mood is important to a movie or work of writing because…

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As a good writer it is good for me to remember the mood of my

writing because…

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Mood PowerPoint (outline of slides—answers to notes) Mood The feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for a reader. What are 3 things that are used to create mood?

Descriptive words

Imagery Figurative language

▪ Underline this sentence on your notes handout! What mood does Jacobs create in “The Monkey’s Paw”? In a complete sentence, answer this question on the two lines provided at the top of your notes

handout. Look at the textbook graphic--Description

1. Description of setting: The forest at the edge of town was even more ominous at night. There wasn’t a house or store within two miles. So far, no on in Jake’s class had been brave enough to explore it.

Look at the textbook graphic--Imagery What is imagery?

Description using the 5 senses (sights, sounds, feelings, tastes, & smells)! 2. Imagery: He walked hesitantly, leaves crunching under his feet. Bare trees hovered over him,

casting armlike shadows across his path. His heart hammered in his chest as he inched forward. Look at the textbook graphic—Figurative Language 3. Characters’ speech or feelings: Jake couldn’t believe he accepted the dare. “What was I

thinking?” he muttered to himself, stopping suddenly when he heard approaching footsteps. Fear paralyzed him.

What type of figurative language is this?

Setting Reminder! The setting refers to the TIME PERIOD and the PLACE of a story.

These are the 2 things that a setting must include! Mood in the Movies In movies, directors try to create mood for the viewer, too. Listen to the following music. What

sounds did you hear? (Write these sounds in the margins of your handout) What kind of mood does the music create?

What genre is the movie from? How setting affects the mood

Watch this clip from the movie, Clue. ▪ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqUb4qbfkJw

What is happening with the weather? Look at the car in the clip. What is the time period?

Look at the house in the clip. Where to you think it’s located?

▪ How did the house itself affect the mood? Putting it all together… The following questions are based on your INDIVIDUAL THOUGHTS!

Mood is important to a movie or work of writing because… _________________________________________________________________________

As a good writer it is good for me to remember the mood of my writing because… _________________________________________________________________________

Teacher’s Resource:

A Monkey’s Paw Movie Links

1. Alfred Hitchcok’s A Monkey’s Paw Retelling (48 minutes)

a. http://www.zimbio.com/watch/HooXBWWnmKX/The+Monkey+s+Paw

+A+Retelling/Alfred+Hitchcock+Hour

2. The Simpsons A Monkey’s Paw parody (37 seconds)

a. http://www.hulu.com/watch/33690/the-simpsons-monkeys-paw

3. Tales from the Crypt Keeper parody Gorilla’s Paw

a. Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4eAtcwrrvw (10:01)

b. Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjFuuodvRS4 (10:35)

The

Hitchhiker by Lucille Fletcher

Read the passage on the screen. Write a paragraph explaining how the author

uses the descriptions of the setting, imagery and/or characters’ speech or

feelings to influence the mood of the passage.

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Name_____________________________________________ Date__________________________ Core _____ Directions: As we read, fill out the answers and predict. With your partner finish the chart by finding the actual event that was foreshadowed.

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Foreshadowing Questions: Answer the question Now predict what events might occur based on the foreshadowing..

Actual Event in the Story (include line #s)

Lines 16-26: What is the effect of Orson Welles’ introduction? (hint: think back to MOOD)

Lines 61-68: What potential dangers does Adam’s mother warn him about?

Lines 84-92: What happens on the Brooklyn Bridge?

Lines 105-114: In what ways is Adam’s encounter with the hitchhiker similar and different to his previous ones? Similarities Differences

Lines 171-176: What might the presence of the hitchhiker at a detour indicate for Ronald Adams?

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Foreshadowing Questions: Answer the question Now predict what events might occur based on the foreshadowing..

Actual Event in the Story (include line #s)

Line 289: What situation is this sound effect setting up?

Lines 287-308: What does this scene suggest about the chances of Adams arriving in California?

Lines 460-468: What do the images in this passage suggest about Adam’s future?

Foreshadow Follow Up:

Lines 532-542: What does Adams learn when he calls home?

Was this outcome foreshadowed? Give evidence from the story (include lines).

Which foreshadowing events were the most effective in increasing the suspense you felt as we read the story?

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What did you like about reading a radio play? How was listening to this different than listening to some of the other stories in class?

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TThhee HHiittcchhhhiikkeerr pg. 88

FFoorreesshhaaddoowwiinngg prepares the reader

for an event or action that will

occur later in the plot.

An example from

“The Landlady” is:

TThhee HHiittcchhhhiikkeerr pg. 88

FFoorreesshhaaddoowwiinngg prepares the reader

for an event or action that will

occur later in the plot.

An example from

“The Landlady” is:

Foreshadowing Clue: “Now and again, he caught a whiff of a peculiar smell that seemed to emanate directly from her person.” pg 32

Actual Event in Story:

TThhee HHiittcchhhhiikkeerr pg. 88

FFoorreesshhaaddoowwiinngg prepares the reader

for an event or action that will

occur later in the plot.

An example from

“The Landlady” is:

Foreshadowing Clue: “Now and again, he caught a whiff of a peculiar smell that seemed to emanate directly from her person.” pg 32

Actual Event in Story:

TThhee HHiittcchhhhiikkeerr pg. 88

FFoorreesshhaaddoowwiinngg prepares the reader

for an event or action that will

occur later in the plot.

An example from

“The Landlady” is:

Foreshadowing Clue: “Now and again, he caught a whiff of a peculiar smell that seemed to emanate directly from her person.” pg 32

Actual Event in Story:

Foreshadowing Clue: “Now and again, he caught a whiff of a peculiar smell that seemed to emanate directly from her person.” pg 32

Actual Event in Story:

Name _____________________

The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Assurance: a promise

lark: a fun adventure

Nondescript: having no form;

nothing special or scary

Sinister: threatening evil

Monotony: same thing over

and over again

UUnnffaammiilliiaarr WWoorrddss??

Write them below.

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CCoolllleecctt ssoommee wwoorrddss::

As we read, write down at least 5

excellent adjectives or strong verbs that

you could use in your future

writing.

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Name _____________________

The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Assurance: a promise

lark: a fun adventure

Nondescript: having no form;

nothing special or scary

Sinister: threatening evil

Monotony: same thing over

and over again

UUnnffaammiilliiaarr WWoorrddss??

Write them below.

_______________________

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CCoolllleecctt ssoommee wwoorrddss::

As we read, write down at least 5

excellent adjectives or strong verbs that

you could use in your future

writing.

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___________________

Name _____________________

The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Assurance: a promise

lark: a fun adventure

Nondescript: having no form;

nothing special or scary

Sinister: threatening evil

Monotony: same thing over

and over again

UUnnffaammiilliiaarr WWoorrddss??

Write them below.

_______________________

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_________________

CCoolllleecctt ssoommee wwoorrddss::

As we read, write down at least 5

excellent adjectives or strong verbs that

you could use in your future

writing.

__________________________________

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__________________________________

___________________

Name _____________________

The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Assurance: a promise

lark: a fun adventure

Nondescript: having no form;

nothing special or scary

Sinister: threatening evil

Monotony: same thing over

and over again

UUnnffaammiilliiaarr WWoorrddss??

Write them below.

_______________________

_______________________

_________________

CCoolllleecctt ssoommee wwoorrddss::

As we read, write down at least 5

excellent adjectives or strong verbs that

you could use in your future

writing.

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Name __________________________ Core ____

Exit Slip

Explain the idea of FORESHADOW in your own

words.

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Provide an example of foreshadowing from either

“The Landlady” or “The Hitchhiker”.

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Analyze the example (Was it a good example

or not? Why?)

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Name __________________________ Core ____

Exit Slip

Explain the idea of FORESHADOW in your own

words.

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Provide an example of foreshadowing from either

“The Landlady” or “The Hitchhiker”.

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Analyze the example (Was it a good example

or not? Why?)

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Name __________________________ Core ____

Exit Slip

Explain the idea of FORESHADOW in your own

words.

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Provide an example of foreshadowing from either

“The Landlady” or “The Hitchhiker”.

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Analyze the example (Was it a good example

or not? Why?)

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Misc. Writing & Activities

Name: Core: Date:

Halloween Mad Libs Part 1 Directions Fill in the blanks with the part of speech written in the (parenthesis). Refer to your WD explanation sheet to help with parts of speech.

Ghosts and ghouls come out to tonight! It’s Halloween and they are ready to

__________________ (verb). So watch your ______________ (noun) when ___________________ (“ing” verb);

they want your candy! Ghosts ________________ (verb) __________________ (adjective) sweet tarts and ghouls

_____________________ (verb) ______________________ (adjective) chocolate. They’ll do anything to

_____________________ (verb) it! While out with your _________________________ (adjective) friends, it is

best to just give your _______________________ (noun) to any ghost or ghoul in your path. Overall, this will save

you time and let you __________________ (verb) most of the candy.

Once back _________________________ (place), you should pour out your loot and check for any candy

that is ________________________ (bad adjective). Throw this _______________________ (bad adjective)

candy out and enjoy the rest of your evening _____________________ (“ing” verb) your sweets and hanging out

with friends and family!

Part 2 DirectionsNow that you’ve completed my Mad Lib, it’s time to write your own. The topic of your mad lib is up to you, but you need to have at least 10 blanks and it should be about a paragraph long. **Hint, it is MUCH easier to write your paragraph IN PENCIL then erase key words and draw a line in their place. _________________________________________________________________________________________

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Name: _________________________________________________ Core: ________ Date: _________

What makes a story scary?

Directions: Create a “recipe” (at least 10 ingredients) for the perfect scary story or movie.

Ms. Graham’s recipe for the perfect scary movie: Ingredients:

1 abandoned insane asylum

3 hour thunderstorm of unusual intensity

32 voices inside a mad scientist’s head

1 makeshift laboratory in the basement of an asylum

127 glass jars filled with unidentifiable human parts/organs

1 crate from Transylvania

143 rats scurrying in the dirt inside the crate

7 resistant strains of a mysterious virus coursing through the rats’ bloodstream

4 high school students driving to prom

1 nail standing upright on the stretch of road a mile away from the asylum

Cooking Directions:

Place the thunderstorm directly over the asylum. Add the mad scientist, his laboratory, the jars, and the crate into the basement of asylum. To avoid 90

minutes of boredom, have the high school students drive over the nail, get a flat tire, and walk to the asylum to seek shelter from the thunderstorm. Wait 3

minutes for the chaos to begin.

_____________________’s recipe for __________________________

Ingredients:

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_____________________’s recipe for ______________________ cont.

Cooking Directions:

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Creative writing ideas from The Mysteries of Harris Burdick

Directions: In the “Personal Writing” section of

your Writer’s Notebook, write a one

paragraph (5-7 sentence) explanation

about what's going on in this picture

by Harris Burdick. *Remember to

follow the four main Word Choice

guidelines (1. Accuracy, 2.

Specificity,

3. Descriptiveness, and 4. Appeal).

Monsters Inc. Technical Writing Assignment

(Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation)

Name: L. A. Core:

Directions: Fill out the following viewing guide while watching the movie. Focus especially on mood and plot!

Describe the music that is played during the opening roll. How does it make

you feel (what mood is established)?

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Exposition:

Where does the story take place (time period & place)?

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Who are the main characters?

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Rising Action:

Event #1: _________________________________________________

Event #2: _________________________________________________

Event #3: _________________________________________________

Climax:

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Falling Action & Resolution:

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What types of advertising are found throughout the movie promoting the

company, Monsters, Inc.?

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Name: L. A. Core:

Directions: Fill out the following viewing guide while watching the movie. Focus especially on mood and plot!

Describe the music that is played during the opening roll. How does it make

you feel (what mood is established)?

_________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

Exposition:

Where does the story take place (time period & place)?

_________________________________________________________

Who are the main characters?

_________________________________________________________

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Rising Action:

Event #1: _________________________________________________

Event #2: _________________________________________________

Event #3: _________________________________________________

Climax:

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Falling Action & Resolution:

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What types of advertising are found throughout the movie promoting the

company, Monsters, Inc.?

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