The Stranger

Worksheet Description

This horror writing prompts worksheet outlines a story scenario where a woman falls in love with a man during her vacation, only to find out after bringing him home that he is someone who has been ominously involved in her life for a long time and poses a great danger. It sets the scene for a narrative that deals with themes of trust, the unknown, and the revelation of a hidden, malevolent character. The prompt encourages a dive into a suspenseful tale that plays on the fear of strangers and the potential darkness that can lurk beneath the surface of new relationships.

The worksheet aims to teach students the art of building suspense and developing complex characters in a horror context. It instructs them to create a sense of intrigue and trepidation by introducing an element of unexpected danger in an everyday situation. Students learn to engage readers by flipping the script on a seemingly romantic encounter to reveal a threatening twist. Additionally, the exercise serves to enhance their ability to weave cautionary tales about the risks of misplaced trust and the consequences of failing to recognize danger.