1. Warm-Up Take notes as you watch the video. What is different? Why do you think the makers of the video decided to make these alterations? Use examples to back your claim. http://vimeo.com/ 20502266 http://vimeo.com/ 20502266

2. Content Language Objective Close read “Black Cat” to analyze author’s style (tone, diction, syntax) and literary elements (foreshadowing, irony) in multiple pieces from Edgar Allan Poe

3. Close Reading As I read aloud, follow along on the first page. After each page, you will have an opportunity to clarify anything you did not understand or share any information you found interesting. – Underline interesting examples of voice (syntax, diction, tone) – Circle words you do not know – Identify literary elements (foreshadowing, irony, characterization, etc.) Write two questions. One can be a question that checks for understanding. One should ask an inference, prediction, or implication/effect of…

4. Continue Read page 2 independently – Mark the text – Underline interesting information or lines that stand out – Circle words you do not know – Write two questions. One can be a question that checks for understanding. One should ask an inference, prediction, or implication/effect of…

5. Choice Pick any element of voice (diction, syntax, tone) or any literary technique and explain how it creates suspense, tension, etc. in “The Black Cat.” Use at least two examples to support your claim.

6. Stem In the short story, “Black Cat,” by Edgar Allan Poe, the narrator creates a sense of __________ and _______through the use of __________. Edgar Allan Poe uses ____________ to create _________ and ______ throughout the “The Black Cat.”

7. The Raven Just for fun