Students were asked to consider the deaths of the creature and Victor before discussing questions relating to the gothic tradition. Students were placed into groups and asked to consider the following questions:
- Consider the view that gothic writing often explores the powerlessness of humanity when faced with the power of the supernatural.
- To what extent do you think gothic literature is characterised by a fascination with death?
- Consider the view that literature within the gothic genre is always shocking.
The quality of the feedback was 'okay'.
HOMEWORK: Students should attempt to produce a written response to one of the Section B Gothic questions. Students should aim to produce a response that is the equivalent of a timed essay. I expect a three/four paragraph response with a precise and succinct conclusion.
I have not provided the structure that I usually offer to accompany written work. This is deliberate. It is time for students to offer an independent and unique reading of the text without relying on a strict essay structure. This might be cruel. We will live and learn. Good luck.
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