Tennessee
17. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.5
17.1 Literary Devices and Style
Chapter 17.1
Master Literary Devices and Stylistic Analysis
Discover how authors use figurative language, rhetorical appeals, and literary techniques to create powerful and memorable writing.
What You'll Learn
Literary devices enhance meaning through figurative language and symbolism
Rhetorical appeals use ethos, pathos, logos for persuasive communication
Sound devices create rhythm and emphasis in poetry writing
Stylistic analysis reveals authors' deliberate choices and intended effects
What You'll Practice
1
Identify metaphors, similes, personification in literary text passages daily
2
Analyze rhetorical strategies and appeals in speeches and essays
3
Recognize sound devices and their effects in poetry analysis
Why This Matters
Understanding literary devices and style helps students analyze complex texts, communicate persuasively, and appreciate the artistry in great literature.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Literary Devices
Figurative Language
Rhetorical Appeals
Symbolism
Style Analysis
TN Curriculum Aligned
