Writing with the Senses

The video tutorial discusses creating vivid imagery in writing by placing action before reaction and using the five senses. It highlights the importance of sensory details in building suspense and differentiates between writing imaginary and real characters. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the world through sight, scent, sound, taste, and touch to bring stories to life.

What is one effective trick for creating vivid imagery?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Placing action before reaction

• Writing in the first person

• Describing emotions in detail

Why is it important to place action before reaction in writing?

• It makes the story more mysterious

• It helps readers visualize events more clearly

• It makes the sentence longer

• It adds more characters to the story

In the example given, what is the correct order of action and reaction?

• Julius screamed when she saw Bill's fist smash into Lance's jaw

• Bill's fist smashed into Lance's jaw and Julius screamed

• Julius screamed and then Bill's fist smashed into Lance's jaw

• Lance's jaw was smashed and then Julius screamed

Which of the following is NOT one of the five senses mentioned?

• Emotion

• Touch

• Scent

• Sight

How can a writer bring their world to life?

• By focusing on dialogue

• By using long sentences

• By appealing to the appropriate senses

• By writing in past tense

What sense is being appealed to when describing the 'deep rhythmic boom of the approaching footsteps'?

• Touch

• Sight

• Sound

• Taste

What is the purpose of describing the rumbling ground and booming footsteps before revealing the ogre?

• To describe the setting

• To confuse the reader

• To build suspense

• To introduce a new character

According to the video, what makes it easier for us to imagine the wind?

• Describing the time of day

• Describing the temperature

• Describing the color of the sky

• Describing the rustling leaves

What advice does Patrick Rothfuss give about writing real people?

• Focus on dialogue

• Use complex characters

• Write from personal experience

• Imagine what life is like for other people

What is the main takeaway about using senses in writing?

• Avoid using senses to keep the writing simple

• Focus only on visual descriptions

• Use senses appropriately depending on the situation

• Always use all five senses