What does 'Show, Don't Tell' mean in writing?

Show Don't Tell, Word Choice, and More!

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1.
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Using visual description with your words.
2.
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How can writers make their writing more powerful?
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By describing what the characters see, hear, and feel.
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What is a good example of 'Show, Don't Tell' for the word 'bored'?
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I stood there with my hands on my hips and my brain felt like it was going to explode.
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What does the claim in an introduction do?
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Lets the reader know what they can expect from the author and what they will be reading about.
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What is the purpose of the hook in an introduction?
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The hook gets the readers' attention and makes them want to continue reading.
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What is visual description in writing?
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Using detailed imagery to create a picture in the reader's mind.
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Why is it important to describe characters' feelings?
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It helps readers connect emotionally with the characters and understand their experiences.
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