Gothic Conventions in Technology-Themed Horror
English
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet exploring Gothic conventions through a technology-themed horror narrative, encouraging creative writing and analysis skills.
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Gothic Conventions in Technology-Themed Horror
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Gothic Narrative Analysis
In the dim glow of her bedroom, Emily stared at her ancient computer, a relic amidst sleek, modern devices. Recently, her device had been acting strangely—sometimes flickering, other times emitting an eerie, static-filled hum. One stormy night, as lightning flashed across the sky, her screen suddenly flickered to life, displaying a haunting message: 'You cannot escape what you have awakened.' The room grew cold, shadows dancing on the walls despite the absence of wind. Emily’s heart pounded as the screen revealed a series of disturbing images—ghostly figures intertwined with glitching digital code. The air thickened with an unexplainable tension as her computer seemed to breathe with a sinister life of its own. Every attempt to shut it down failed; it was as if the machine had become possessed by a vengeful spirit, a convergence of ancient Gothic darkness and modern technology’s mystery. As dawn approached, the device emitted one final, deafening screech before going dark—leaving Emily trembling in the silence, unsure if her ordeal was over or merely beginning.
1.
Identify one Gothic convention evident in the story.
[2 marks]2.
What atmospheric detail contributes most to the Gothic tone?
[2 marks]3.
Describe the use of imagery in the story. How does it enhance the mood?
[4 marks]4.
Identify and explain the significance of the message displayed on the computer.
[3 marks]5.
Which literary technique does the phrase 'shadows dancing on the walls' exemplify?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Personification
Cc) Simile
Dd) Hyperbole
6.
How does the story blend Gothic and modern elements effectively?
[3 marks]7.
What does the final screech symbolize in Gothic storytelling?
[2 marks]8.
Identify one Gothic convention absent from the story and suggest how it could be incorporated.
[3 marks]9.
Creative Task: Write a short Gothic story (150-200 words) set in a modern technology environment, using at least two Gothic conventions from the lesson. Include a clear setting, atmosphere, and a mysterious or supernatural element.
[10 marks]10.
Checklist for your Gothic story:
- Use atmospheric language to create mood.
- Incorporate Gothic conventions (e.g., mysterious objects, supernatural elements).
- Describe the setting vividly.
- Include a plot twist or element of suspense.
- Keep the tone eerie and suspenseful.
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