The Monster Within: Literary Beasts & Madmen

Essential Questions

  • What is a monster?
  • Are monsters created or are they born?
  • How can we define “madness”?
  • What makes an individual powerful?
  • How does individual power change in relationships with others?
  • Do individuals control groups, or do groups control individuals?
  • How does a society maintain order? Are laws necessary?
  • How do fear and desire for acceptance influence human behavior?

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