Vivid Prose: Sensory Details in Travel Writing Quiz

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1. Which sense is used most in this passage?

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The passage includes touch, sight, sound, and smell.

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Vivid Prose: Sensory Details In Travel Writing Quiz - Quiz

How do you make your reader feel like they are standing right next to you? In this sensory details travel writing quiz, you'll focus on using the five senses to bring a scene to life. You'll practice incorporating sensory details (sights, sounds, smells) to create vivid prose in your travel... see morewriting.
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2. The phrase “sand burned my feet” appeals to the sense of __________.

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It describes physical feeling.

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3. Which detail appeals to the sense of hearing?

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“Crashed loudly” describes sound.

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4. The passage uses descriptive language to help readers imagine the setting.

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Sensory details create vivid images.

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5. Which word best identifies the setting?

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“Beach” names the location.

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6. The writer gives instructions on how to visit the beach.

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The writer shares experiences, not directions.

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7. Which sentence would add reflection to the passage?

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Reflection shows personal meaning.

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8. Travelogues often use __________ language to create vivid images.

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Descriptive language appeals to the senses.

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9. Which word best describes the mood of the passage?

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The imagery suggests a peaceful scene.

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10. Which sentence does NOT belong in a travelogue?

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This sentence is informational, not personal.

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11. Match each sense to the correct detail.

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Each detail matches a specific sense.

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12. The passage follows a clear timeline from beginning to end.

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Events move from arrival to sunset.

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13. Which phrase shows movement?

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“Circled” shows action.

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14. The writer’s main purpose is to __________ a travel experience.

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Travelogues share personal journeys.

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15. A travelogue is best described as a type of __________ writing.

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It tells a true story about a journey.

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Which sense is used most in this passage?
The phrase “sand burned my feet” appeals to the sense of...
Which detail appeals to the sense of hearing?
The passage uses descriptive language to help readers imagine the...
Which word best identifies the setting?
The writer gives instructions on how to visit the beach.
Which sentence would add reflection to the passage?
Travelogues often use __________ language to create vivid images.
Which word best describes the mood of the passage?
Which sentence does NOT belong in a travelogue?
Match each sense to the correct detail.
The passage follows a clear timeline from beginning to end.
Which phrase shows movement?
The writer’s main purpose is to __________ a travel experience.
A travelogue is best described as a type of __________ writing.
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