Question

How does the idea of the monster / supernatural evolve throughout the time periods and works we’ve studied this year?


Step 2: Brainstorm / Narrow Down Your Topic (you can do this separately / on a separate doc. It does not need to be submitted)

Example:

Topic:
Example: What inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne to write the Scarlet Letter?
What are some things you already know about this topic?
Examples: Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American Writer.
Nathaniel Hawthorne lived during the 1800’s.
He was considered a Romantic writer.
His story shamed a woman for raising a child in a Puritan village when the father was unknown.
What are some things you would like to learn about this topic?
Examples: What inspired Hawthorne to write this story?
Why is Hawthorne a Romantic writer?
Why did they force the main character to wear the Letter A?

Answer 1

Topic: Evolution of the concept of the monster/supernatural in literature throughout different time periods

What are some things you already know about this topic?
- The concept of monsters and the supernatural has been present in literature for centuries
- The representation and symbolism of monsters and the supernatural have evolved over time
- Different cultures and time periods have different interpretations and portrayals of monsters

What are some things you would like to learn about this topic?
- How did the portrayal of monsters and the supernatural change from the Classical period to the Romantic period?
- What are some common themes or traits associated with monsters in different time periods?
- How do cultural beliefs and societal fears influence the representation of monsters and the supernatural in literature?