This unit contains a 1-page sample timed response for an essay prompt about the use of description to create mood in two short stories: Poe's "Cask of Amontillado" and Richard Connell's "The Most Dangerous Game" and a 1-page literary response writing 4-point rubric, breaking down focus and organization, development and critical thinking, correctness, and style. Please check out my other materials for grammar and mechanics, literary units, and writing instruction.