1. Monologue
“The Seven Ages of Man”

2. Monologue Monologue A long speech delivered by a single character
Typically used in poetry
Widely used by William Shakespeare

3. “The Seven Ages of Man”
What three comparisons does Shakespeare make in this play?
List the seven ages.
Explain the extended metaphor that is present. Cite details from the poem to support your answer.
What other figure of speech is being used in the poem? Explain and cite details to support.
What physical and mental changes take place when man reaches the sixth and seventh ages?
Which of the seven ages, in your opinion, still hold true today? Explain fully.