Sensory Language Flashcard

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What is 'sensory language'?

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Language that connects to the five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create an image or description.

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What sensory detail could describe the smell of a forest fire?

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The strong and smoky smell reminds her of toasting marshmallows.

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Which sense is being appealed to in the sentence: 'I didn't want to get out of my warm, cozy bed this morning.'?

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Touch.

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Which sense is being appealed to in the sentence: 'The rainbow smeared pale colors across the ash gray sky.'?

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Sight.

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Which sense is being appealed to in the sentence: 'By mistake, I grabbed a pink sticky mound of gum from under the table.'?

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Touch.

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What are the five senses?

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Sight, sound, smell, taste, touch.

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How does sensory language enhance writing?

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It creates vivid images and helps readers experience the text more fully.

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Give an example of sensory language related to taste.

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The chocolate melted in my mouth, rich and creamy.

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What is an example of sensory language related to sound?

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The leaves rustled softly in the gentle breeze.

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Why is sensory language important in storytelling?

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It helps to engage the reader's imagination and emotions.