Simile
Metaphor
Show, Don't Tell
Creative Writing
Writing Process
100

What literary device is used in the phrase "as brave as a lion"?

Simile 

100

Define metaphor.

Comparing 2 unlike things to help the reader connect. 

100

What is "Show, Don't Tell"?

Using description, imagery, 5 senses to connect the reader to the story while conveying emotions and images without explicitly TELLING the reader. 
100

What is creative writing? 

A made up story! It provides a theme and many emotions for the reader to connect to. 

100

What is the writing process?

The steps we follow to create clear and organized writing. 

200

Create a simile for someone who is extremely happy.

Examples- They were as happy as a kid on Christmas morning.

They are as happy as a student on the last day of school!

200

Write a metaphor about a storm. 

Example - The storm was a raging beast. 

200

Provide an example of "showing" an emotion without directly stating it.

His face grew red as the teacher asked him to leave the room. 

200

List one technique used in creative writing?

Examples- 

Show, Don't Tell 

Imagery

Simile & Metaphors 

200

What is the 1st step in the writing process?

Brainstorming - Coming up with ideas!

300

Why do we use similes in writing?

They help the reader to visualize the story and helps them to connect.

300

In "The world is a stage," what two things are being compared in the metaphor?

Compares the world (everyone watching) to a stage. 

300

Why is "show don't tell" an important technique in storytelling?

It creates images for the reader keeping them engaged and connected. 

300

List 2 techniques used in creative writing?

Examples- 

Show, Don't Tell 

Imagery

5 Senses 

Simile & Metaphors 

300

What is the 2nd step of the writing process?

Outlining the story!

Planning, plotting out your ideas. 

400

Write a simile to describe a sunset.

The sunset lit up like a wild bonfire with orange and red bursts of color. 

400

Explain the difference between a simile and a metaphor.

Similes use "like" or "as" to compare two unlike things. 

400

Rewrite the below sentence to SHOW instead of TELL:

He was very sad to leave. 

Example- He sat with red, puffy eyes as he heard it was time to leave. 
400

How do we use imagination in creative writing?

We create stories and characters from our imagination! 

400

What step is before the final draft?

Revising and Editing! 

Helps us to find errors or typos in the story. 

500

In "The waves crashed against the shore like thunder," what is being compared in the simile?

The sounds of the waves and the sounds of thunder.

500

How do metaphors help create vivid imagery in writing?

Metaphors activate the imagination, and the writer is more able to convey emotions and impressions through metaphor.

500

Rewrite the below sentence to SHOW instead of TELL:

They were happy!

As the clock ticked closer to summer, the students smile grew more and more. 

500

Tell the class about your creative story. How did you come up with this idea? Who are your characters? 

Explain your story. 

500

Why is it important to follow the writing process?

It creates clear and organized writing.