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Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier: Book Club and Novel Study

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Ages 13-18
Self-Paced Course
In this four-week novel study, students will read the book Rebecca, a classic gothic novel, and engage in a literary analysis of the book to expand their reading comprehension.
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Homework
Read the stated chapters each week Complete the comprehension questions and activities Complete the comprehension quiz Complete the optional essay
Assessment
An optional critical literary analysis essay is offered

Class Experience

Rebecca is a superb Gothic novel that is one of the best of the genre and is great for readers who love a spooky tale.

""Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again. . ."
With these words, the reader is ushered into an isolated gray stone mansion on the windswept Cornish coast, as the second Mrs. Maxim de Winter recalls the chilling events that transpired as she began her new life as the young bride of a husband she barely knew. For in every corner of every room were phantoms of a time dead but not forgotten—a past devotedly preserved by the sinister housekeeper, Mrs. Danvers: a suite immaculate and untouched, clothing laid out and ready to be worn, but not by any of the great house's current occupants. With an eerie presentiment of evil tightening her heart, the second Mrs. de Winter walked in the shadow of her mysterious predecessor, determined to uncover the darkest secrets and shattering truths about Maxim's first wife—the late and hauntingly beautiful Rebecca." Summary from Goodreads.com.


In this class, the teacher will provide relevant background information about the setting of the novel and lead a discussion of the book. The book was first published in 1938 and relevant historical background information will be taught by the teacher, as well as a lesson on the Goth novel. Through reading and answering discussion questions in the classroom, we will explore the plot, character development, themes, symbols, and other literary devices. 

Activities for the class will include:
A reading guide each week with comprehension questions and activities
A video lesson for each week's chapters
Comprehension questions posted in the class for students to answer
A weekly comprehension quiz
An optional essay for students to complete and receive feedback on.


This is a self-paced class where students can work at their own pace. There will be no live meetings. Please give three business days for teacher feedback on comprehension questions and the optional essay.

Learning Goals

Students will:
develop critical thinking skills by participating in discussions
practice and expand their reading comprehension skills
analyze a text
analyze theme, plot, setting, motif, character development, and other literary devices
make connections to the modern world
explain historical connections
explore the gothic genre

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Chapters 1-8
 In this lesson, students will find a video lesson, reading guide, comprehension questions and a comprehension quiz on the stated chapters. 
12 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Chapters 9-15
 In this lesson, students will find a video lesson, reading guide, comprehension questions and a comprehension quiz on the stated chapters. 
9 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Chapters 16-21
 In this lesson, students will find a video lesson, reading guide, comprehension questions and a comprehension quiz on the stated chapters. 
9 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Chapters 22-27
 In this lesson, students will find a video lesson, reading guide, comprehension questions and a comprehension quiz on the stated chapters. 
17 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Parental Guidance
The book contains death, drowning, social anxiety, ableist language, and cancer. If you are wondering if the book would be appropriate for your student, please pre-read the book or message me with any questions or concerns.
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The book, Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
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Joined January, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Lethbridge
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Lethbridge
I have a Bachelor's Degree in History and Education and have been teaching humanities for eight years. I have taught novel studies in the classroom as well as facilitated my school's book club for many years. 

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