1. Southern Gothic Literature: Quick Notes G rotesque (conveys grief and pain to audience) O ff Kilter characters (disabled, corrupt) T urns gothic characters/qualities into Southerners H as dark, unusual plots exploring social issues I mprisonment, Violence, and Religious themes C aptures feel of small southern town/life

2. “A Good Man is Hard to Find” Warm Up: Answer and Discuss the Following: 1.Explain how The Misfit and the grandmother are foils for one another. 2.Identify and explain 3 symbols in the story. 3.Explain how this story fits the definition of southern gothic literature. 4.Explain what the last few lines reveal about the Misfit as a character (indirect characterization). 5.Describe the tone of the story using 3 specific examples from the text to support your reasoning. 6.Explain the irony in the story, as well as the story’s title.

3. Annolight Article: Jigsaw Activity Directions: Annolight your section of the article and then complete the following: 1.1 connection to your section and the short story “A Good Man is Hard to Find” 2.2 Key terms students need to know that they might be unfamiliar with 3.3 major points in your section