Understanding Sensory Language

What is another term for sensory language?

• Narrative

• Dialogue

• Imagery

• Exposition

Which sense is NOT directly mentioned in the introduction to sensory language?

• Touch

• Taste

• Balance

• Smell

In the first paragraph example, what sensory detail is used to describe the sun?

• The sun was baking my face

• The sun was bright

• The sun was setting

• The sun was hidden

Why do authors use sensory details in their writing?

• To paint a picture in the reader's mind

• To confuse the reader

• To make the text longer

• To avoid using dialogue

Which word is an example of a sensory word that appeals to sight?

• Rough

• Sunny

• Sweet

• Loud

What literary device mimics a sound?

• Alliteration

• Simile

• Onomatopoeia

• Metaphor

Which of the following words appeals to the sense of taste?

• Silent

• Smooth

• Bright

• Bitter

What is an example of a word that appeals to the sense of smell?

• Fragrant

• Bright

• Loud

• Bumpy

Which phrase best describes the purpose of sensory language?

• To focus on character development

• To simplify the narrative

• To engage the reader and create vivid imagery

• To make the text more complex

What is the goal for students in the practice section?

• To memorize sensory words

• To enhance sentence starters using sensory language

• To write a full story

• To analyze a poem