Show, Don't Tell

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

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

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

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Show

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

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Tell

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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.'?

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

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

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Surprised

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

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Giggles and screams filled the arena.

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What is an example of a 'Show' sentence?

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

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What is an example of a 'Tell' sentence?

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The sunset was beautiful.

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Why is 'showing' important in writing?

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It helps readers to visualize scenes and feel emotions, making the writing more engaging.

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What is a sensory detail?

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A description that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create a vivid image.