
Ignite Creativity with These The Murders in the Rue Morgue Writing Prompts
Encourage imaginative and analytical responses to Edgar Allan Poe’s The Murders in the Rue Morgue with this post-reading resource. Perfect for homework, bell ringers, cover lessons, or assessments, these prompts allow students to engage with the story’s themes, characters, and mystery through a range of creative perspectives.
Designed to support easy differentiation, this resource gives learners choice in how they respond, helping to foster independence while reinforcing key elements of Poe’s pioneering detective tale.
What’s Included:
★ A comprehensive list of 10 creative writing prompts
★ Individual printable handouts for each prompt, with space for students to draft their responses
Sample Prompts:
➤ Write a diary entry from Auguste Dupin, recording his thoughts after first reading about the Rue Morgue murders in the newspaper.
➤ Create a letter from the sailor who owned the Ourang-Outang to a friend, explaining what happened.
Why Choose This Resource?
✔ Provides imaginative alternatives to traditional analytical tasks
✔ Differentiated – students can choose their own challenge or tasks can be allocated by ability
✔ Quick to use – ready-to-print PDFs save planning and preparation time
✔ Perfect for developing creative writing, empathy, and comprehension
Download today and bring creativity, engagement, and fresh perspectives to your lessons on The Murders in the Rue Morgue.
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