Sensory Writing
What is sensory writing?
Writing that uses the five senses to show, not tell.
What is a simile?
A figure of speech that compares two things using "like" or "as."
What is a metaphor?
A figure of speech that implies a comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as."
What is personification?
Giving human traits or characteristics to non-human things.
What is a strong verb?
A verb that shows more description.
Name one of the five senses.
Sight, sound, smell, taste, or touch.
Create a simile to describe a fast runner.
He ran like the wind.
What two things are being compared in this sentence? Life is a highway.
life and a highway or road
Provide an example of personification.
The wind whispered through the trees.
Give an example of a weak verb and a strong verb.
Weak: "walk," Strong: "dash."
How does sensory writing enhance a story?
It helps readers visualize and feel the experiences described in the text.
What two things are being compared in this sentence: "Her smile was as bright as the sun."
smile and sun
How does a metaphor differ from a simile?
A metaphor directly states the comparison, while a simile uses "like" or "as."
Besides the written word, how else can personification be used?
Art or graphics, music, movies, etc
Why are strong adjectives important in writing?
They provide more precise and vivid descriptions.
What is the sensory detail in this sentence? The sweet scent of blooming flowers filled the air.
sweet scent
Why are similes used in writing?
To show, not tell.
Create a metaphor comparing being busy to bees.
We were busy bees.
Create a sentence using personification about a storm.
That was an angry storm.
Replace the adjective "big" with a stronger adjective in this sentence: "The big dog barked."
The enormous dog barked.
Why is it important to use sensory details in writing?
It engages the reader and makes the story more immersive.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
simile uses like or as to make a comparison, and a metaphor does not use like or as.
Why might an author choose to use a metaphor over a simile?
To make a stronger or more memorable comparison.
Why is personification used?
To add more description.
Why should writers use strong verbs instead of weak verbs?
To show, not tell.