Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Do Now: 1. Explain the four characteristics of Gothic literature. Use your handouts, but put these in your own words. 2. Why is Quiroga an expert in death and horror?

Classwork: "The Feather Pillow" - Quiroga
1. The setting
2. Characterization
3. The Plot
4. Death and the grotesque.

Think about it:
Vampire-ism is a part of this story in two ways. Explain
Why is this setting sinister? Think tone!
How does Quiroga introduce the grotesque?
How is the relationship between husband and wife similar to the setting, to the anthropoid?
Homework: Finish the story and all reading questions. Quiz tomorrow.