Enhance your English Literature lessons with this comprehensive essay question resource for The Landlady by Roald Dahl. This digital download features 15 thought-provoking essay questions, designed to develop critical thinking and analytical skills while helping students explore the themes, characters, and suspenseful storytelling techniques in this gripping short story.
This download includes:
★ A complete list of 15 essay questions
★ Individual handouts for each question where students can plan or write their essays
★ An editable PowerPoint presentation featuring all 15 questions
Sample Essay Questions:
➤ How does Roald Dahl use the setting in The Landlady to create a sense of suspense and unease? Discuss how the description of the boarding house adds to the story’s creepy atmosphere.
➤ How do the landlady’s actions and behaviour contribute to the unsettling tone of the story? Analyse her character and explain how she adds to the overall sense of horror.
➤ How does Roald Dahl use foreshadowing to hint at the dark twist in The Landlady? Provide examples of how these hints build suspense and create unease for the reader.
With a variety of essay prompts, students can select their own challenge, or teachers can differentiate by assigning specific questions to suit different ability levels.
Perfect for:
✔ Homework assignments
✔ Class discussions & essay planning
✔ Exam practice & assessment preparation
Download now to engage your students in deep literary analysis of The Landlady!
