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1
Discuss the role of inference in relation to the idea that reading occurs "when both the story involvement and the reader involvement occur simultaneously."
2
List five characteristics that the genres of mystery, fantasy, and horror share and explain why and how these genres can be easily interchanged, forming a wide range of interest for young adult readers.
3
The mystery/fantasy/horror genres have brought about the rise of the teenage "gothic" or Goth culture. Describe the literary qualities of the gothic novel and discuss how they affect the young adult audience that call themselves "Goth" or "Emo" (Emotive Hardcore). Consider the emotional appeal of the gothic horror novel to young adult lives today and address the stereotypes that "Goth" and "Emo" students face in contemporary society.





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