Writing a Gothic Narrative Opening
Students will draft the opening to their own Gothic narrative, applying learned techniques.
Key Questions
- Design an opening paragraph that immediately establishes a Gothic atmosphere.
- Construct a character introduction that hints at mystery or moral ambiguity.
- Justify the choice of specific vocabulary and imagery to create a sense of dread.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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