

Bring Shirley Jackson’s unsettling short story The Possibility of Evil to life with this interactive Roll the Dice Discussion Board. Designed to spark thoughtful, student-led dialogue, this activity helps learners explore the text’s characters, themes, and moral questions while developing critical thinking and speaking skills.
Perfect for KS4 English Literature, this resource works well as a starter, plenary, group activity, or revision task. It encourages active participation, deeper analysis, and a more personal connection to the story’s exploration of morality, hypocrisy, and the hidden nature of everyday evil.
What’s included:
★ A4-sized discussion board – ideal for paired or one-to-one work
★ A3-sized discussion board – perfect for small group discussions
★ 12 discussion prompts covering:
– Social and historical context
– Character analysis
– Theme and message
– Personal interpretations and moral debate
Sample prompts include:
➤ What do you know about the social and historical context of The Possibility of Evil?
➤ How would you describe Miss Strangeworth, and what is your opinion of her?
➤ What does the story suggest about the nature of evil in everyday life?
How to play:
- Students roll a dice.
- Match the number to the corresponding question.
- Respond individually or as a group.
- Cross off the question and pass the dice to the next player.
Why use this resource?
✔ Promotes active discussion and collaborative learning
✔ Strengthens analysis and interpretation skills
✔ Versatile – can be used for revision, group work, or cover lessons
✔ Print-and-go, with no additional preparation needed
Download today to engage your students in meaningful discussion and help them develop a deeper understanding of The Possibility of Evil.
Something went wrong, please try again later.
This resource hasn't been reviewed yet
To ensure quality for our reviews, only customers who have purchased this resource can review it
Report this resourceto let us know if it violates our terms and conditions.
Our customer service team will review your report and will be in touch.