Imagery Review

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes, hear sounds, or feel emotions.

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What are the five senses commonly referenced in imagery?

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Sight, Smell, Hearing, Touch, Taste.

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What type of imagery is used in the phrase 'the aroma of freshly baked bread'?

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Smell imagery.

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What type of imagery is represented by 'the gentle rustling of leaves'?

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Hearing imagery.

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How does imagery enhance a reader's experience?

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Imagery creates vivid mental pictures, evokes emotions, and helps readers connect with the text on a deeper level.

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What is visual imagery?

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Visual imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the sense of sight, helping readers to visualize characters, settings, and actions.

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Give an example of tactile imagery.

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'The cat's fur was as soft as a cloud' is an example of tactile imagery, appealing to the sense of touch.

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What is auditory imagery?

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Auditory imagery involves descriptive language that appeals to the sense of hearing, creating sounds in the reader's mind.

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Provide an example of gustatory imagery.

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'The sweet taste of ripe strawberries burst in my mouth' is an example of gustatory imagery.

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What is olfactory imagery?

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Olfactory imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the sense of smell.