Sensory Language

Match

Match the following senses with examples of the language:

• The brillant colors of the sunset...

• The chirping of the bird...

• Sweet syrup dancing on my tongue...

• The sun shining down and warming my skin...

• Freshly baked bread just out of the oven...

Sight

Sound

Taste

Touch

Smell

• Sight

• Sound

• Taste

• Touch

• Smell

Multiple Choice

Which sentence about pizza uses descriptive sensory language focusing on sight and smell?

• a. The pizza was delicious.

• b. We ordered a large pizza for dinner.

• c. The golden-brown crust and bubbling cheese released an aroma of garlic and herbs that filled the room.

• d. The pizza had pepperoni and mushrooms on it.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence about a kitten uses descriptive sensory language focusing on touch and sight?

• a. The kitten was small.

• b. We adopted a kitten last week.

• c. The kitten played with a ball of yarn.

• d. The fluffy kitten's soft fur felt like velvet as it nuzzled against my hand with its bright blue eyes gazing up at me.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence about a NASCAR race uses descriptive sensory language focusing on sound and smell?

• a. The cars drove around the track.

• b. Many people attended the NASCAR race.

• c. The race was exciting to watch.

• d. The deafening roar of engines filled the air, accompanied by the pungent scent of burning rubber and exhaust fumes.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence about a hot air balloon festival uses descriptive sensory language focusing on sound and sight?

• a. There were many hot air balloons at the festival.

• b. The whoosh of burners and colorful balloons dotting the sky created a magical atmosphere as they slowly ascended into the clear blue expanse.

• c. People enjoyed watching the hot air balloons.

• d. The festival was held on a sunny day.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence about the beach uses descriptive sensory language focusing on feel, touch, and smell?

• a. We went to the beach for vacation.

• b. The beach was crowded with people.

• c. The warm sand tickled my toes as I breathed in the salty air, feeling the gentle ocean breeze caress my skin.

• d. There were seashells on the beach.

Multiple Select

What do we need to include in order to make our sensory imagery more interesting. Check ALL that apply.

• Specific words

• Action Verbs

• Visual Verbs

• Facts