Show, Don't Tell

Which of the following is an example of using sensory details?

• The room was messy.

• The room was small.

• The room smelled like fresh flowers.

• The room had a window.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

What does it mean to 'show' in writing?

• To tell the reader what is happening.

• To use descriptive language to create a vivid image in the reader's mind.

• To summarize the events briefly.

• To skip the details and move on to the next scene.

Which of the following is an example of 'telling' in writing?

• The sun was shining brightly.

• She felt happy and excited.

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• The room was filled with laughter.

Why is it important to use sensory details in writing?

• To make the writing longer.

• To make the reader feel more connected to the story.

• To confuse the reader.

• To make the writing more difficult to understand.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which of the following is an example of using sensory details to describe a character?

• He was tall and had brown hair.

• She was wearing a blue dress.

• His voice was deep and soothing.

• She had a friendly smile.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

What sense does the following sentence appeal to: 'The chocolate cake tasted rich and creamy'?

• Sight

• Hearing

• Taste

• Smell

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which of the following is an example of using sensory details to describe a setting?

• The house was old and creaky.

• The house had three bedrooms.

• The house was located near a park.

• The house smelled like freshly baked cookies.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

What sense does the following sentence appeal to: 'The flowers in the garden smelled sweet and fragrant'?

• Sight

• Hearing

• Taste

• Smell

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which of the following is an example of using sensory details to describe an action?

• He ran quickly.

• She smiled happily.

• The car screeched to a halt.

• They talked for hours.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

What sense does the following sentence appeal to: 'The music was loud and energetic'?

• Sight

• Hearing

• Taste

• Smell

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5