The Haunting Landscape

Worksheet Description

This worksheet focuses on the role of setting in Emily Brontë’s “Wuthering Heights.” Understanding the time period, geographical location, and various settings within the story is crucial for appreciating the atmospheric and thematic aspects of the novel.

Question 1 prompts students to identify the time period in which the story is set. It encourages them to think about whether it is in the past, present, or future, and if there are specific dates mentioned. This helps students place the story in its historical context.

Question 2 requires students to describe the geographical location where the story unfolds. This encompasses the moors of Yorkshire, England, which play a significant role in the narrative’s mood and themes.

Question 3 asks students to describe the different settings within the story. This involves exploring both Wuthering Heights and Thrushcross Grange, as well as the contrast between them.

Question 4 encourages critical thinking by asking students to consider whether any elements of the setting could be altered without substantially changing the story. This leads to discussions about how setting contributes to the novel’s overall effect.