Creative Writing - Show.. Don't Tell... Ex: 1

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Writers show a character’s feelings using imagery, not just telling.

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They ‘show’ the reader by using imagery.

Front

Writer uses the five senses to convey character feelings, aiding reader imagination.

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True

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Joey hadn’t seen his father for a long time and could barely remember his face. At night, he heard him say, “Good night, Joey. I love you.” Which sense is this description appealing to?

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hearing

Front

The lights went out. In the darkness, the wind and rain grew louder. Joey sat still, his heart thumping in his chest.

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afraid

Front

Suzie felt for the bench with a white cane. Suzie was ____________.

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blind.

Front

Palms sweaty, knuckles popped, leg shaking, checking clock repeatedly.

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nervous

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Mood shown:

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angry