This resource focuses on teaching students how to annotate Gothic horror texts, enabling them to differentiate between objective physical realities and subjective character hallucinations. It explores the common themes of fear in Gothic literature, where characters may perceive things that are either real or imagined due to their emotions. The guide provides modeling techniques for annotation, including underlining factual elements and circling characters' interpretations. Practical exercises, such as annotating a paragraph and sorting events into physical facts and character reactions, help reinforce the learning objectives. Students analyze scenes to determine whether perceived threats are actual dangers or mere hallucinations, promoting critical thinking and deep engagement with the text.