Edgar Allan Poe’s Gothic Horror vs. Modern Horror Writing Prompts & Note-Taking Sheets

Description

Dive into a thrilling exploration of Gothic and Modern Horror with these engaging writing prompts and note-taking sheets!  This resource is designed to guide students through a comparative analysis of Edgar Allan Poe’s Gothic horror masterpieces, such as “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Cask of Amontillado,” and Modern Horror classics like Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery.”  With 20 thought-provoking writing prompts, students will explore key themes, settings, character motivations, and methods of evoking fear.  The included note-taking sheets will help organize thoughts and strengthen literary analysis skills.  Perfect for grades 8-12, this resource is ideal for English, Comparative Literature, or creative writing classes.