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Find three (3) images of Gothic settings that match with SOME features of the above table.

Insert screenshots of these images below, and briefly justify on the right why they would be so suitable for gothic horror - style plot events.

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The presence of a castle.

Dark settings such as dungeons, crypts, labyrinths and winding stairs.

Low lighting such as the candle is the only source of light, shadows, the moonlight against the dark sky.

Extreme landscapes such as rugged mountains, large forests or cold icy wastes.

Extreme weather conditions.

Melodrama and extreme emotions associated with fear and distress

Magic and the supernatural.

Madness.

Death, decay, and darkness.

Evil, horrifying deeds.

Curses, visions and nightmares, and omens.

Gloom mystery and suspense.

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Justification:

By looking at this image we can see that there are shadows, dark colors, and a castle, all elements of a gothic setting.

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Justification:

By looking at this image we can see that there are shadows, dark colors, a graveyard (graveyards represent death and melancholy, and serve as a reminder that living death is inevitable), we can also see a full moon and mystic clouds covered by dark tree silhouettes all elements of a gothic setting.

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Justification:

By looking at this image we can see that there are shadows, dark colors, a castle, extreme weather conditions, and a huge mountain the the castle sits upon, all elements of a gothic setting.

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Find three different types of characters that represent Gothic horror, and explain how so?

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Justification:

Vampires are a representation of gothic horror, vampires, with their mysterious allure, dark settings, and elements of fear and seduction, fit well within this framework. They are often associated with feelings of often being estranged from society, and vampires in fiction may represent those who do not fit in to societal norms. Vampires may also symbolize the fear of the unknown.

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Justification:

This would be an appropriate character for a gothic horror story because the werewolf is easily situated within these themes of monstrosity and liminality, showing it to be a gothic creature. Werewolves represent the fear of losing control over our own bodies, or even a fear of looking ugly and beastly, through both physical appearance and actions.

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Justification:

This would be a fitting element in a gothic horror story because the immediate response to the issue of skulls and parts of a corpse, especially as they are depicted in horror and Gothic texts, is fear. This fear is, provoked by the reminder of death. Skulls are often viewed as grotesque or foreboding because they remind us of the impermanence of life.

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Choose one of these two images, and write a descriptive paragraph about that setting (200-250 words).

You are not writing a story, but instead describing the setting where eerie and grotesque events could take place.  Use vivid vocabulary and include examples of simile / metaphor/ personification / alliteration.

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Paragraph:

I crept up to the gates of the ancient abandoned castle, the smog surrounded me as I peered through the gaps. The bristling and gnarly tree was dripping with sap. Dark rustic tree trunks, shadows, and overhanging limbs emerged across the path. Above the tree was a distant marauding crow who was silently in their maddening search. I tip-toed through the woods fearfully as the sounds of distant cackling and creaking twigs flooded the atmosphere. The ethereal and silvery moon loomed over the castle, solemnly watching as the wind howled through the trees. I arrived at the castle gates, I trembled in fear as the gates screeched open, I stepped through the threshold between the gates and the room. There was an abundance of luminescent and radiant grains of poison that illuminated in the dark and gleamed like a million stars. Concoctions and elixirs were lined up upon the walls.The decaying air and stifling atmosphere provided the perfect abode for those who worshipped the darkness rather than the light. As I was about to leave, the door to the castle squeaked open and the witch inside stepped out. The witch was wearing dusty old ragged clothing, wrinkles sagged all over her face. She was holding a stout fiery broomstick in her fragile hands, she looked at me with a doubtful glance, as a grimace appeared on her face from ear to ear. She looked haggard and unkempt, as if she hadn't slept in years. A lithe black cat leaped to the witch’s shoulder and slowly peered over me, as it purred menacingly.

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Read this plot teaser from The Devil Walks.  What do you predict will happen next?

Starting with the knock on the door, you have a choice of two (2) responses:

1. Create a 8-10 step plot outline; or

2. Write an opening paragraph.

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Paragraph:

Daniel opens the door and sees a grotesque deformed figure grinning forcefully. The figure was as tall as a tree, and made up of multiple body parts of different creatures, it had stitches and blood all over and falling limbs. Daniel immediately slams the door shut, he leans on the door, panting and quivering in fear. Suddenly, a slight creaking could be heard, Daniel anxiously looked around and saw a freakishly twisted hand opening the window slowly, leaving thin indents and cracks in the glass. Daniel slowly tiptoes over to the window, careful not to make a sound. As he comes closer, the monster slowly leans downwards, panicking, Daniel shuts the window, slicing off the monsters fingers. The monsters fingers oozed down the frame, leaving a trail of black goo on the walls. The goo spread onto the floor, consuming the floorboards entirely as if it was an infection or disease. Soon the goo covered most of the room, Daniel could feel it drip down upon his head, it was ice cold and acidic, the goo seeped through his hair and stung his scalp. Daniel sprinted onto the table, trying to escape, suddenly, a twitching sound could be heard, and the monsters head appeared within the goo.

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Respond to the three (3) quotes - About 100 words in each response.

Link this reflection in your Padlet.

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What are the most important facts about the life of Frankenstein’s author?  Summarize (in bullet-points, Cornell-style) the key facts that you consider most relevant and essential to know about Mary Shelley.

Link this summary in your Padlet, together with one picture of this genius writer.

Helpful links:

Life of Mary Shelley - youtube summary (7 mins)

https://www.biography.com/writer/mary-shelle

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Quote:

"Monsters are real.Ghosts are too. They live inside of us, and sometimes, they win." -Stephen King

Response:

In this quote, the 'monsters' and 'ghosts' resemble the struggles and obstacles in life. 'They live inside of us', this line talks about the inner difficulties we have, these can stem from feelings, thoughts, etc. Some of which include self-doubt and self-questioning, all of which can stem from internal conflict. 'and sometimes, they win" this line is referring that sometimes you are unable to overcome the challenges you face, therefore they 'win'.