Faulkner and Quiroga

William Faulkner, "A Rose for Emily" (719 or the full text is available here).

1.    Make a timeline of the events, putting them in chronological order.

2.    What hints or clues throughout the story foreshadow the gruesome ending? Did these hints prepare you for the ending or were you surprised for it?

3.    What do roses usually symbolize? Considering that, is the title appropriate? What else would have been an appropriate title?

Characteristics of Southern Gothic Literature:

• shocking ending
• sinister setting
• fantastical plot
• grotesque characters
• supernatural elements

How does "A Rose for Emily" conform to the characteristics of Southern Gothic literature?

Horacio Quiroga, "The Feather Pillow" (733 or the full text is available here).

How does "The Feather Pillow" conform to the characteristics of Southern Gothic literature?