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Critical Analysis: "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe
Kandy Crosby-Hastings
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5.0
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In this class, students will critically analyze the story "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe, examining the story's setting, characters, and meaning and the author's history of macabre and meaningful writing.
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In this class, students will analyze the short story "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe. Students will be asked to read the story prior to class. If they would like, they can create a piece of artwork or writing that describes their feelings about or opinion of the story. In class, they can share these projects as we, as a class, discuss the characterization, plot, and meaning of the story. We will also discuss the history of Edgar Allan Poe and how it applies to this...
- Students will learn to explore, analyze, and value classic literature pieces. They will learn to express their own critiques verbally and creatively.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Informal assessment will be based upon participation in classroom discussion.
Students will need to read or to listen to an audio recording of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death" prior to class. As an optional activity, students can create a work of art or writing expressing their opinion of and feelings about the story. They will be allowed to present their work during our classroom discussion.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Edgar Allan Poe is known for his macabre stories. "The Masque of the Red Death" tells the story of a plague of blood and how that plague affects the main character. It is suitable for students 14 and older.
Joined June, 2020
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177reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies from Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
My name is Kandy Crosby-Hastings. I teach history, classic literature, and writing classes. I have two sons who were homeschooled from preschool through their high school graduation. I also have experience working in the public school system and...
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Group Class
$10
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-8 learners per class
