TODAY’S AGENDA Check Supplies Distribute Textbooks “The Most Dangerous Game”

Goals Define: foreshadowing, conflict,

suspense film clip to illustrate suspense

Anticipatory Set Begin reading MDG (p. 39)

HOMEWORK: Personal Narrative: 75% completed rough

draft due THURSDAY!! Independent novel by next Tuesday Vocabulary: Unit One & 4 note cards for

roots due Thursday MDG/Vocabulary Quiz on Thursday

Goals and Objectives for this Story

While we read this story we will…

make predictions. analyze the effect of foreshadowing. recognize the elements that create

mystery and adventure in literature. recognize how authors use setting to

create atmosphere and mood.

Foreshadowing

Example: “As the dark clouds rolled

in, a brisk wind raised bumps all over my skin.”

What do you think will happen later in this story?

The use of hints or clues to suggest what will happen later in the story.

Conflict

If it doesn’t, why read the story?

Did you see any movies this summer? What were the conflicts the characters faced in these stories?

The plot of a story always involves some sort of conflict, or struggle, between opposing forces.

Suspense

Suspense is the excitement or tension that readers feel as they become involved in a story and are eager to know the outcome of the plot.

As you watch the video clip, keep track of all the elements that make the clip “suspenseful.”

“The Most Dangerous Game”Anticipation Activity

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Those who perform well under

pressure tend to succeed. A person’s character is revealed

during intense competition. The first impression you have of

someone is correct.