Rose Hall: Fact or Folklore?
What is the Rose Hall Great House?
A historic plantation house in St. James, Jamaica
Why does the narrator warn readers that they do not have to believe the story?
To create uncertainty about whether the events are true and whether the account can be trusted.
Name one detail that makes the house seem frightening.
Examples: cobwebs, rats, dust, broken windows, darkness, strange noises
What is a legend?
A traditional story passed down over time, often containing extraordinary or supernatural elements.
What is folklore?
Traditional beliefs, stories and customs passed down within a community.
How does the description of the ruined house help to create an eerie atmosphere?
The dust, cobwebs, rats, strange sounds and unpleasant smells make the house seem abandoned, threatening and possibly haunted.
What is the difference between historical fact and a legend?
A historical fact is supported by reliable evidence, while a legend is a traditional story that may contain unverified claims.
Who write 'The Devils of Rose Hall' and where was he/she born?
Jean D'Costa; St. Andrew
What does the phrase 'furtive silence' suggest about the house?
A suspicious, secretive or unsettling silence, as though something is hiding.