Imagery Flashcard

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping to create mental images for the reader.

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What are the five senses commonly referenced in imagery?

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The five senses are sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.

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How does auditory imagery enhance a narrative?

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Auditory imagery enhances a narrative by allowing readers to hear sounds, which can evoke emotions and set the tone.

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What is visual imagery?

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Visual imagery involves descriptive language that appeals to the sense of sight, creating vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

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Give an example of tactile imagery.

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An example of tactile imagery is describing the roughness of a tree bark or the softness of a kitten's fur.

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What is olfactory imagery?

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Olfactory imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the sense of smell, often used to evoke memories or emotions.

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Explain gustatory imagery with an example.

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Gustatory imagery involves descriptions related to taste, such as 'the sweet flavor of ripe strawberries'.

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How can imagery influence a reader's experience?

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Imagery can influence a reader's experience by making the text more relatable and immersive, allowing them to connect emotionally with the content.

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What role does imagery play in poetry?

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In poetry, imagery plays a crucial role in conveying emotions, themes, and moods, often using figurative language to enhance meaning.

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Identify a sentence that uses auditory imagery.

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An example of auditory imagery is 'The thunder rumbled like a freight train in the distance'.