6 January: The Gothic in Music & More Usher

I can determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including words with multiple meanings or language that is particularly fresh, engaging, or beautiful. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.4

I can demonstrate knowledge of eighteenth-, nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature, including how two or more texts from the same period treat similar themes or topics.  CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.9

I can cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12

1)  Review Elements of Gothic & connect to modern music videos

2)  Review of tone

3)  Read/listen to story: Full story (listened in class): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rG_pgcz2-K4

4)  Answer Comprehension Questions in packet (All answers due Monday.)

5)  Exit Ticket: Which of the following DOES NOT describe Roderick’s condition?

A)     “suffered much from a morbid acuteness of the senses”

B)      “found the most insipid food alone endurable”

C)      “eyes were tortured by even a faint light”

D)     “had no abhorrence of danger"