1. Literary Style
Simile – Comparison between two unlike things, using like or as
She looked at me with eyes that were as warm as the sun.
Metaphor – Comparison between two unlike things WITHOUT using like or as
The teacher is a bear.
Personification – a non-human being or object is given human qualities
Imagery – descriptive details that paint a picture for the reader
Dialogue – discourse between or among characters
Diction – words with connotative meaning that add to the understanding of the writer’s work
Example: She stormed up the stairs and slammed her bedroom door.
Details – facts
Example: “Annie, over six-feet tall, big boned…”

2. The Washwoman
Complete the following chart:
Example/Page Literary Device Meaning/Purpose