Identifying Imagery

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses.

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What are the five senses commonly used in imagery?

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The five senses are sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

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What does 'sight' imagery refer to?

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Sight imagery refers to descriptions that appeal to the sense of vision, helping the reader visualize scenes, colors, and shapes.

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What does 'sound' imagery refer to?

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Sound imagery refers to descriptions that appeal to the sense of hearing, including noises, tones, and rhythms.

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What does 'smell' imagery refer to?

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Smell imagery refers to descriptions that appeal to the sense of smell, evoking scents and odors.

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What does 'taste' imagery refer to?

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Taste imagery refers to descriptions that appeal to the sense of taste, including flavors and sensations of food.

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What does 'touch' imagery refer to?

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Touch imagery refers to descriptions that appeal to the sense of touch, including textures, temperatures, and physical sensations.

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How can imagery enhance a story?

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Imagery enhances a story by making it more engaging and relatable, allowing readers to experience the narrative through their senses.

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Give an example of sight imagery.

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The sky was painted with hues of orange and pink as the sun set behind the mountains.

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Give an example of sound imagery.

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The leaves rustled softly in the breeze, creating a soothing melody.