Assignment: Key Messages and Themes
In literary fiction, these elements are sometimes subtle; other times, they are very obvious.
In this assignment, you will explore The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde (accessible through this Web site). Read Chapter 1 of the story. Then, use the provided template to create a PowerPoint presentation of 5-6 slides (include speaker notes) that addresses the following:
• Who are the 6 characters present in this passage? What can you tell about them based on their names alone? Does the author reveal any other details about these characters?
• Based on the details the author provides, what did you learn about the Canterville Chase? Does this sound like a place you have ever visited? Why or why not?
• Notice the language. Do you think this story takes place in a modern time? Why or why not?
• Who is telling the story? What is the point of view of the narrator?
• Based on this passage, are you interested in reading more of this story? Why or why not?