Worksheet on Descriptive Writing: Sensory Language in a Dystopian Future
English
Grade 6
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~18 mins
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This worksheet explores the use of sensory language in creative writing, focused on imagining a dystopian future. Students will analyze passages and craft vivid descriptions using sensory details.
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Worksheet on Descriptive Writing: Sensory Language in a Dystopian Future
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Grade Grade 6
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Introduction to Sensory Language in a Dystopian Setting
The air in the city was heavy with the smell of burnt metal and decay. The sky was a dull gray, and the only sounds were the distant clang of machinery and the faint hum of drones overhead. Streets were deserted except for the scattered remnants of abandoned vehicles, their surfaces corroded and rough to the touch. The ground beneath was gritty and cold, crunching softly underfoot as people moved silently through the gloom.
1.
List three sensory details found in the passage.
[2 marks]2.
What mood or atmosphere does the passage create?
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Sensory Language
In the ruined city, the air was thick with the metallic scent, making the nose crinkle. The rough surfaces of abandoned cars scraped against gloves, while the cold wind carried whispers of forgotten times.
1.
Identify one example of olfactory (smell) imagery and explain its effect.
[3 marks]2.
Find an example of tactile (touch) imagery and describe its impact on the reader.
[3 marks]C
Creative Writing: Vivid Description Prompt
Using sensory language, describe a scene in a dystopian future city. Focus on making your description vivid and engaging.
1.
Write a descriptive paragraph (at least 15 lines) that vividly portrays the environment using sensory details.
2.
Checklist for your writing:
[4 marks]D
Comparing Descriptions
Passage 1: The alley was dark and silent, with shadows lurking behind broken crates. A faint, acrid smell of smoke hung in the air.
Passage 2: The alley brimmed with the flickering glow of malfunctioning lights, casting eerie shadows. The pungent odor of burnt plastic seeped into the nostrils, making eyes water.
1.
How does the use of sensory language differ between the two passages?
[3 marks]2.
Which passage effectively uses sensory details to evoke a sense of danger? Explain briefly.
[3 marks]E
Final Creative Task
Describe an abandoned dystopian building. Focus on creating a vivid scene using sensory language. Use at least 20 lines.
1.
Compose a detailed, sensory-rich description of the building, focusing on mood and atmosphere.
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