Comprehensive Bundle for "The Killers" by Ernest Hemingway: PPT & Worksheet

Enhance your literature curriculum with this comprehensive bundle for Ernest Hemingway’s classic short story, “The Killers.” This bundle includes a detailed 43-slide PowerPoint presentation and an extensive worksheet, providing everything you need to engage your students and deepen their understanding of the story’s literary elements.

Bundle Features:

PowerPoint Presentation (43 Slides):

Background Information:
Insightful overview of Ernest Hemingway’s life, writing style, and early works.
Contextual exploration of the social and political backdrop of “The Killers.”
The Hemingway Code Hero:
Explanation of the Hemingway Code Hero concept.
Analysis of key features of a Hemingway Code Hero as seen in the story’s characters.
Setting and Atmosphere:
Detailed description of the story’s setting and its significance.
Examination of the mood and tone created by Hemingway.
Overview of Main Characters:
Comprehensive profiles and analyses of main characters including Ole Andreson, Nick Adams, George, Sam, and the hitmen Al and Max.
Timeline of Main Plot Events:
Chronological breakdown of key events with visual aids for clarity.
Themes and Ideas:
Exploration of major themes such as fatalism, violence, and the human condition.
Symbolism:
Identification and analysis of significant symbols in the story.
Motifs:
Examination of recurring motifs and their significance in reinforcing themes and atmosphere.
Worksheet:

Brief Summary: A concise summary of “The Killers” to provide students with a quick overview.
Character List: Detailed descriptions of the main characters.
20 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs): Focus on key plot points, character traits, and important details.
15 Short-Response Questions: Encourage critical thinking and deeper analysis of character motivations, thematic elements, and symbolic meanings.
5 Long-Response Questions: Perfect for essays or in-depth discussions, these questions prompt students to explore complex themes, Hemingway’s style, and moral questions.
Model Answers Included: Comprehensive answer keys for all questions with detailed explanations to facilitate teaching and grading.