Abby and I discussed the section of the book that she had read for homework. We discussed plot, characterization and author's purpose. We also discussed how the novel fits the criteria for a gothic novel. We then moved to the literary analysis. Abby and I worked on the pre-writing. We searched for the best textual evidence to support her topic. Abby is filling out the graphic organizer which is her pre-writing document. We also reviewed correct MLA citations of the quotes that she was citing. Abby will read more of the novel for homework.