Descriptive Text

What is the main purpose of descriptive text?

• To provide instructions

• • To argue a point

• To tell a story

• To describe something in detail

How does descriptive text help readers?

• By making them laugh

• By understanding and appreciating their surroundings

• By teaching them new skills

• By memorizing facts

What are some features of descriptive language?

• Simple present tense verbs

• Nouns and verbs only

• Adjectives describing sight and sound only

• Questions and exclamations

Which of the following is NOT a sensory detail?

• The sweet smell of freshly baked cookies

• The vibrant red color of the dress

• The loud music from the concert

• The smooth texture of the silk scarf

How can you make descriptive text more interesting?

• By using complex grammar rules

• By using vague and general words

• By focusing on only one sense

• By using vivid language and specific details

What tense is typically used in descriptive text?

• Past tense

• • Future tense

• Simple present tense

• No tense

According to our class today, what is the structure of descriptive text?

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Problem, solution

  
  

• Cause and effect

  
  

• Identification and description

Which word is NOT an example of an adjective used in descriptive writing?

• The

• Huge

• Boring

• Crowded

Descriptive text can help you connect with others on an emotional level. True or False?

• False

• True

Descriptive text should only focus on positive descriptions. True or False?

• True

• False