Show don't tell

What is the primary goal of using the "Show, Don't Tell" writing strategy?

• To make stories longer

• To directly state character emotions

• To help readers visualize and engage with the story

• To simplify plot points

When trying to "show" a character's emotions, what three aspects should a writer focus on?

• Their clothes, shoes, and accessories

• Their face, body, and voice

• Their friends, family, and pets

• Their thoughts, dreams, and memories

Which sentence effectively shows a character's happiness?

• He was happy.

• He felt joyful.

• His smile broadened from ear to ear.

• He had a great day.

Which sentence best shows a character's anger through their physical actions?

• She was angry.

• She felt furious.

• She clenched her fists and jammed them into her sides.

• She had a bad temper.