Show, Don't Tell

Show, Don't Tell

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English

5th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'Show, Don't Tell' mean?

Back

It means to use descriptive language and details to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind, rather than simply stating facts.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of sentence is 'My mother and I would take walks to watch the glow of the chapel’s stained glass'?

Back

Show

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of sentence is 'The table was decorated for Christmas'?

Back

Tell

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which sentence shows more details: 'The temperature fell and the ice reflected the sun.' or 'Bill’s nose burned in the frigid air, and he squinted against the sun reflecting off the street.'?

Back

Bill’s nose burned in the frigid air, and he squinted against the sun reflecting off the street.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What emotion is shown in the sentence 'She jumped back suddenly'?

Back

Surprised

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which sentence has more showing details: 'Giggles and screams filled the arena.' or 'The girls were excited.'?

Back

Giggles and screams filled the arena.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a 'Show' sentence?

Back

The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink.

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