Based on what you have learned about gothic literature, write a 3- to 5-page short story that incorporates some of the gothic elements discussed in this lesson, such as figurative language and sensory details. to improve your story, writing practices include brainstorming, outlining, writing a first draft, and then reviewing and revising your story.
setting—where does your story take place? the setting should add to the mystique of the story. gothic elements might include a medieval castle with trapdoors, a cavernous dungeon, and dimly lit towers.
eerie surroundings—what is the environment like around the setting? stormy weather and dark forests are examples of eerie surrouondings.
supernatural elements—does your story include supernatural creatures or the unexplained? ghosts, for example, are a common supernatural feature in gothic literature.
drama—how do characters experience drama? common dramatic events in gothic literature include murder, tragic illnesses, and sudden disappearances.

Read the following short excerpt of student writing. use your vocabulary and grammar knowledge to determine which suggestions you would make to improve his or her grammar and word choice. i really thought she loved me but i discovered her grave betrayal one afternoon. it was easy to figure out because she accidentally sent a text to me that was meant for him. i was confused by the text because it said, "don't tell mike." i felt insulted that she thought she could get away with this infidelity. at first i felt very angry bitter and hateful but then i felt so hopeless and depressed. i longed for her to call me. i thought if i could just hear her pleasing voice, maybe then i would not be filled with such bitterness. instead of calling her i talked to another friend who is good at listening and feeling my pain. talking with her makes me feel euphoric. i think i may be on the road to recovery.what word would you suggest to replace the underlined word or words in this excerpt? instead of calling her, i talked to another friend who is (good at listening and feeling my pain). talking with her makes me feel euphoric. amorous sentimental empathetic grave

In the poem, collins compares his love to a pigeon on a generals head

Realism was a fairly influential and widespread literary movement in the united states in the latter half of the nineteenth century. which american writer is among the pioneers of american realism? a. ernest hemingway b. f. scott fitzgerald c. j. d. salinger d. mark twain