Understanding Descriptive Text

What is descriptive text?

• Descriptive text is a summary of events.

• Descriptive text is a type of poetry.

• Descriptive text is a list of facts about a subject.

• Descriptive text is writing that uses sensory details to vividly describe a subject.

What is the purpose of descriptive text?

• To provide statistical data and analysis.

• To persuade the reader to take action.

• The purpose of descriptive text is to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind by providing detailed descriptions.

• To summarize information briefly.

What is the generic structure of descriptive text?

• Introduction, detailed description, conclusion.

• Overview, examples, discussion.

• Title, main points, references.

• Introduction, summary, analysis.

What are some common language features of descriptive text?

• Abstract concepts

• Complex verbs

• Common language features of descriptive text include vivid adjectives, sensory details, figurative language, and specific nouns.

• General statements

Provide an example of a sentence in the simple present tense.

• He is running fast.

• I was eating lunch.

• She reads books every day.

• They will go to the park.

Give an example of an adjective used in descriptive text.

• beautiful

• eat

• sometimes

• mad

What is an adverb of frequency? Provide an example.

• Examples of adverbs of frequency include 'always', 'usually', 'sometimes', and 'never'. For instance, 'I usually go for a walk in the evening.'

• always

• rarely

• often

Which is the correct example of an adverb of frequency in a sentence?

• She always goes for a run in the morning.

• We went to the gym on weekends.

• They sometimes eat breakfast at noon.

• He run every day in the park.

What is sensory language?

• Sensory language is a type of musical language.

• Sensory language is a form of written communication without imagery.

• Sensory language refers to the use of mathematical terms.

• Sensory language is descriptive language that appeals to the senses.

Provide an example of sensory language in descriptive text!

• I usually go to the bookstore on Sunday.

• Tan is painting the sky on his canvas.

• The loud crash of thunder echoed in the distance, startling everyone outside.

• The sweet aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, inviting everyone to the kitchen.