1. “Why We Crave Horror Movies” By Stephen King

2. Who is Stephen King? • Nickname: “The King of Horror” • an American author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction and fantasyfiction. • His books have sold more than 500 million copies and have been made into many movies. • He is known for novels such as Carrie, The Shining, The Stand, It, Misery, and the seven-novel series The Dark Tower, which King wrote over a period of 27 years.

3. Who is Robert Redford? • American actor, film director, producer, businessman, model, environmentalist, philanthropist • Founder of the Sundance Film Festival. • He has received two Oscars: one in 1981 for directing Ordinary People, and one for Lifetime Achievement in 2002.

4. Who is Diana Ross? • an Americansinger and actress • During the 1960s, she helped shape the Motown sound as lead singer of The Supremes, before leaving the group for a solo career on January 14, 1970. • Since the beginning of her career with The Supremes and as a solo artist, Ross has sold more than 200 million records.

5. Who is Leonard Nimoy? • American actor, film director, poet, musician, and photographer. • Nimoy's most famous role is that of Spock in the original Star Trek series 1966-1969, multiple films, television and video game sequels. • His character of Spock generated a significant cultural impact and three Emmy Award nominations

6. Questions to Ponder While Reading: • What is the author’s argument (thesis)? • What evidence does the author give to prove this argument? • Do you agree with the author’s argument?

7. Post-Reading Q’s: Journal #12 • State the author’s thesis (main argument). • Make a list of the 3 most convincing pieces of evidence that the author provides. • How does the author address the opposite point of view in this essay? • How does the author use the symbol of an alligator to strengthen his argument? • Do you agree with the author’s argument? Explain why or why not.