Star-crossed love stories are a popular trope in literature and film. They often feature two people who are deeply in love, but their love is doomed by fate or circumstance. This can be due to their social status, their families, or even the stars themselves.
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Engaging Secondary Students with Crime Stories
There is a reason why crime stories dominate tv and film. People love them! They are equal parts mysterious, suspenseful, horrifying, gruesome, and terrifying. These are the exact traits that draw us in as viewers, and these are the exact same reasons why crime stories are an excellent way to engage secondary students.