Sensory Details

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What are the five senses?

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The five senses are sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

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What is sensory detail?

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Sensory detail refers to the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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How does smell enhance writing?

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Smell can evoke memories and emotions, making descriptions more relatable and immersive for the reader.

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What sensory detail is used in the phrase 'the warm summer air'?

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Touch (warmth) and smell (freshly cut grass).

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What sensory detail is conveyed by the phrase 'cinnamon-scented candle'?

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Smell.

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How can touch be described in writing?

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Touch can be described using adjectives that convey texture, temperature, and sensation, such as rough, smooth, warm, or cold.

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What is the effect of using sensory details in storytelling?

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Sensory details engage the reader's senses, making the narrative more vivid and immersive.

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What sensory detail is illustrated by 'the puppy's nose was dry like sandpaper'?

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Touch.

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Why is it important to include sensory details in descriptive writing?

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Including sensory details helps to create a more engaging and relatable experience for the reader.

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What sensory detail is present in 'the sand was hot and grainy'?

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Touch.