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Unravel the timeless mystery crafted by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - The Hound of the Baskervilles!
Immerse yourself in the atmospheric narrative surrounding the untimely demise of Sir Charles Baskerville, the esteemed squire of the ancient Baskerville estate in West England. Dr. Mortimer, a close associate, suspects a haunting correlation between Sir Charles' death and an age-old family legend that speaks of a monstrous, diabolical Hound haunting the Baskervilles, exacting vengeance for the sins of their ancestors. Gripped by concerns for the safety of the newly arrived Sir Henry Baskerville, the courageous young inheritor of the Baskerville legacy, ancestral home, and family wealth, Dr. Mortimer implores the brilliance of the illustrious detective, Sherlock Holmes.
Holmes deploys his trusted ally, Dr. Watson, to safeguard Sir Henry within the eerie confines of Baskerville Hall. Amidst the vast expanse of the desolate moor near Baskerville Hall, Dr. Watson becomes ensnared in a labyrinthine tapestry of secrets and unrelenting dread. Experience the captivating clash between rational and scientific thought and the possibility of the supernatural, the confrontation of good and evil, as Sherlock Holmes races against time to unravel the perplexing mystery and rescue Sir Henry, before history repeats itself.
Progeny Press' Hound of the Baskervilles English/Language Arts PDF curriculum will provide your High School grade student with:
Background Information: Explore the genre of Gothic Fiction.
Author Biography: Learn about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and gain contextual insight into his work.
Before-You-Read Activities: Complete activites designed to enhance your studies and understanding, such as geographical terms, video documentaries on moors, Dartmoor historical research, folk legends, dog breed research.
Vocabulary: Understand words used throughout the novel, utilizing a variety of activities to stimulate retention and growth.
Literary Techniques: Discover and analyze various literary techniques used in the novel, such as characterization, alliteration, consonance, assonance, repetition, narrator, facts & probabilities, imagery, allusion, tongue-in-cheek humor, in context, mood, liminality, similes, metaphors, verbs, epistolary fiction, anthropomorphism, fact vs. opinion, foreshadowing, synonym, antonym, irony, poetic justice, pathetic fallacy, hubris, protagonist, conflict, theme.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Explore moral quandries, character qualities to admire, misfortune and suffering, spiritual battle, deceit, darkness & light, judging others, Pharisees, responsibility for one’s own actions, care for prisoners, doing good, and love.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Engage in various activities and writing assignments related to geography and Dartmoor in Devon, England, delve into legends, study dog breeds, explore phrenology, participate in mapping activities, learn about memory games, discuss self-confidence, learn about design and typesetting, understand the British peerage system, conduct a study on biblical perseverance, explore detective dime novels, research South African gold, write a history research paper, create a 3-D architectural project, build a science photographic butterfly collection, experiment with epistolary fiction, keep a journal, engage in creative writing, participate in class discussions on multiple topics, solve word searches, discover 19th-century women's professions, learn about painters and phosphorus pigments, examine the issue of abuse, go on a field trip, and explore community resources and volunteer opportunities.
Suggestions for Further Reading: We include an in-depth reading list of more books by the same author(s) and other books that tie in with, or are similar to, The Hound of the Baskervilles. Movie suggestions included.
All of Progeny Press' Language Arts PDF download unit lessons are written from a Christian perspective!
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