Imagery Flashcard

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is when an author uses language that appeals to the five senses to create a picture in the reader's mind.

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How does imagery help readers?

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Imagery helps readers visualize the events being described in a passage.

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What senses can imagery appeal to?

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Imagery can appeal to the five senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.

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Does the sentence 'It was a cold morning at JFK Middle School' contain imagery?

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No, it does not contain imagery.

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What is an example of imagery that appeals to smell?

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'The sickly-sweet aroma of night-blooming jasmine was inescapable.'

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What type of language does imagery often use?

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Imagery often uses figurative language.

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Can imagery be found in prose as well as poetry?

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Yes, imagery can be found in both prose and poetry.

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What is the purpose of using imagery in writing?

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The purpose of using imagery is to create vivid and descriptive experiences for the reader.

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What is a common misconception about imagery?

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A common misconception is that imagery is only used in poetry.

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What is an example of imagery that appeals to sight?

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'The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink.'