Sensory Details

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What are sensory details?

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Descriptions that appeal to our 5 senses.

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Which sense does the phrase 'The tangy sauce, the melted cheese, the soft crust, and the crispy pepperoni greeted my tongue' appeal to?

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Taste.

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What am I describing using sensory details: 'I pulled up to my house and instantly started to gag. The sharp, putrid smell was so thick in the air that it even assaulted my taste buds.'

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A skunk.

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Which of the following describes the sense of smell? 'His breath was minty fresh when we spoke.'

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Smell.

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Which sensory detail does this statement appeal to? 'The sun's rays warmed my face as I stepped outside.'

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Touch.

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What are the five senses?

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Sight, Hearing, Taste, Touch, Smell.

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How do sensory details enhance writing?

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They create vivid imagery and help readers experience the text more fully.

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What is an example of a sensory detail that appeals to sight?

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The bright red flowers bloomed in the garden.

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What is an example of a sensory detail that appeals to sound?

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The leaves rustled softly in the gentle breeze.

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What is an example of a sensory detail that appeals to touch?

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The rough texture of the tree bark against my fingers.