The Masque of the Red Death Roll the Dice Discussion Board Review Activity

Revitalize your exploration of Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of the Red Death with this captivating discussion board activity. Designed to enhance your students’ review of the story, this interactive and engaging resource prompts them to delve into key aspects such as characters, themes, and plot points. Foster collaborative learning as students share their insights and interpretations with peers. Perfect for reinforcing comprehension, this discussion board can be seamlessly integrated into your lesson plans, whether used for group discussions, individual reflections, or as a dynamic review tool. Elevate your classroom experience and keep the exploration of Poe’s classic tale vibrant with this valuable teaching resource.

Some of the questions on the board include:
➤ Did Prince Prospero and his guests deserve their fate? Explain your answer.
➤ With reference to the text, discuss how fear is explored throughout the story.
➤ Do you believe the story is still relevant today? Explain your answer.

How to use:

1. The student rolls the dice.
2. Using the discussion board, the student finds the corresponding question.
3. The student either answers the question or uses it as a basis for discussion.
4. Once answered, the student crosses off the question, and the next student repeats the process.

The download includes two PDF copies of the discussion board:
★ One A4-sized discussion board that is perfect for partner work.
★ One A3-sized discussion board that works for small groups.