Types of descriptive writing

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1. TYPES OF DESCRIPTIVE WRITING Lesson By BARRY

2. OBJECTIVES Define a descriptive writing Types of Descriptive writing How to write a descriptive essay Purpose of descriptive writing

3. DESCRIPTIVE WRITING A descriptive writing creates a picture of a person, place, thing, or event. Used in most genres of writing/literature

4. So… Descriptive writing is used in most types of writing including narrative writing

5. FIVE SENSES All the five senses include:

6. Sensory language example The acid smell penetrated (went into) my nostrils as a breathed deeply. (sense of smell ) His hair feels wiry. (sense of touch )

7. Types of descriptive writing There are different types of descriptive writing. They include: Vivid Details Figurative Language Active Verbs Writing from Observation

8. 1. VIVID DETAILS Descriptive writing includes details that show instead of tell. Sensory details allow the reader to see, hear, smell, taste and touch what the writer is describing. "The cat walked down the street," does not include descriptive details. “He gave a vivid description of the scene” includes details that create a picture in the reader's mind.

9. 2. FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE Descriptive writing often includes figurative language, or language that employs figures of speech . This type of descriptive writing includes devices like metaphors, similes and personification. 

10. 3. ACTION VERBS Descriptive writing includes as much detail as possible in as few words as possible. Using active verbs makes writing more precise. Linking verbs--"is," "was" and "are"--are not active. Action verbs--"race," "sing" and "dance"--create compelling writing. Instead of writing "she walked slowly," it is more precise to write "she meandered." Using strong verbs draws in the reader .

11. HOW TO WRITE A DESCRIPTIVE ESSAY One of the keys to writing a descriptive essay is to create a picture in your reading audience’s mind by engaging all five of their senses – smell, sight, touch, taste and sound. If you can do this, then your essay is a success, if not, then you have a lot of work to do.

12. STEPS Step 1 – Choose a person to describe One option for a topic is to describe a person that you know well in your life. This could be a family member like your mother or your father. It could also be a best friend, a coworker, or a mentor. Choose a person that you have a lot to write about so you have enough material for the essay.

13. Step 2: Create a thesis statement A thesis statement is the key idea or theme for the essay. It states the purpose of the essay and acts as a guide for the rest of the essay. The thesis statement should appear in your introduction and be restated in your conclusion

14. 3. Write a strong introduction The introduction to the descriptive essay should set the scene and introduce the reader to the subject. Use the list of sensory details to describe the subject. Have a strong opening line that grabs the reader’s attention. Then, end the introduction with your thesis statement

15. Your introduction could be…

16. 4. DESCRIBE THE TOPIC WITH VIVID ADJECTIVES Use adjectives that express emotion. Be as specific as you can . For example, rather than use a broad adjective like “angry,” go for a specific adjective like “ rageful ” or “tempestuous.” Choose adjectives that will paint a clear image in the reader’s mind

17. Your Vivid Adjective could be…

18. 5. USE METAPHORS AND SIMILIES Metaphors are when you compare one thing to another. Use metaphors to show the reader what you think about the topic, rather than simply tell the reader how you feel . For example , “My mother is a workhorse .”

19. 6. Discuss your emotions and thoughts about the topic  Do not be afraid to express your emotions in your essay. Use first person “I” to discuss your feelings about the subject in detail. Do you feel joy, sadness, angry, or disgust with the subject? How do you respond emotionally to the subject.

20. 7. Wrap your essay with a strong conclusion Your conclusion should tie all the thoughts in your essay together. Restate your thesis statement in the conclusion and end with a strong final sentence. Do not add anything new to your essay in the conclusion. Simply evaluate your thoughts in the essay and wrap things up with a short, final statement

21. PURPOSE OF DESCRIPTIVE WRITING The primary  purpose  of  descriptive writing  is to describe a person, place or thing in such a way that a picture is formed in the reader's mind. Capturing an event through descriptive writing involves paying close attention to the details by using all of your five senses.

22. ASSIGNMENT Research on the last type of descriptive writing Write a descriptive essay on “MY BEST FRIEND”

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