Imagery - definitions & examples flashcard

Imagery - definitions & examples flashcard

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English

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is imagery in literature?

Back

Imagery refers to the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to create mental images and experience the text more vividly.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the five types of imagery?

Back

The five types of imagery are visual (sight), auditory (sound), gustatory (taste), olfactory (smell), and tactile (touch).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define gustatory imagery.

Back

Gustatory imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the sense of taste, helping readers to imagine flavors and food experiences.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Provide an example of gustatory imagery.

Back

"The tartness of the lemon hit my tongue, leaving a sharp, refreshing taste that made my mouth water."

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define kinesthetic imagery.

Back

Kinesthetic imagery refers to descriptive language that evokes the sense of movement or physical sensations, allowing readers to feel the action.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Provide an example of kinesthetic imagery.

Back

"I felt my legs burn with exhaustion as I sprinted up the hill, my breath coming in ragged gasps."

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define olfactory imagery.

Back

Olfactory imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the sense of smell, helping readers to imagine scents and aromas.

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