Sensory Details and Figurative Language

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What are sensory details?

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Sensory details are descriptions that appeal to the five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create vivid imagery in writing.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a literary device that uses figures of speech, such as metaphors and similes, to convey meanings in a more imaginative way.

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What is a personal narrative?

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A personal narrative is a story that tells about a personal experience, often including an incident, a response, and a reflection.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Why is figurative language used in writing?

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Figurative language is used to emphasize ideas, create imagery, and make writing more interesting.

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What is the importance of sensory details in writing?

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Sensory details help readers to visualize scenes and feel emotions, making the writing more engaging and relatable.

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What does it mean to reflect in a personal narrative?

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To reflect means to think deeply about the experience and share insights or lessons learned from it.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the author conveys through the narrative.