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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Why are sensory details important in writing?

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They make writing more detailed and interesting, helping readers to visualize and experience the narrative.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation, often to create effects or emphasize ideas.

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Give an example of a simile.

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"Her smile was as bright as the sun."

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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 one is the other, e.g., "Time is a thief."

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, e.g., "I’m so hungry I could eat a horse."

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in a story?

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To emphasize something or make the story more interesting.

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What are the five senses?

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Sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

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How can smell be described in writing?

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Using descriptive phrases like 'minty fresh' or 'the aroma of freshly baked cookies' to evoke a sensory experience.

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What is an incident in a personal narrative?

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An incident is a specific event or occurrence that is central to the narrative.