In Class
--collected study guide from "Cask of Amontillado"
--discussed irony, frame story, flashback
--began reading "Thomas Edison's Shaggy Dog" in class. Will continue tomorrow, Tuesday.
Homework
--write 1 page on the topic of revenge. Consider and apply your understanding of the role of revenge for Montressor in the Poe story, "Cask of Amontillado." Consider what role it plays. Is revenge in the story something that frees Montressor or entombs him? Apply your personal understanding about the freeing or entombing effects of revenge in your discussion.
Upcoming
Finishing "...Shaggy Dog."
Reading "The Swimmer" and "The Necklace"
Beginning The Odyssey. Find your book. Bring to class starting on Thursday & Friday of this week.
TEST on all short stories on Tuesday October 5th
--know literary devices and examples from our readings.
--be able to apply questions about the elements of literature to our stories.
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