

Help high school students explore literary elements with this activity covering Leslie Norris’ coming-of-age short story “Shaving.” With this worksheet, students will isolate and reflect upon textual details that meaningfully develop character, advance plot, and convey realism. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with this literary craft analysis activity, students will:
- Isolate characterization details that elicit emotional responses from readers
- Isolate examples of figurative language and articulate the intended effects
- Isolate examples of dialogue and descriptive language that contribute to an atmosphere of realism
- Convey information through speech and writing in a coherent manner
- Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
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