Descriptive Writing: Setting Description

English
Grade 6
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This worksheet focuses on developing descriptive writing skills related to setting descriptions within modern fiction. Students will analyze passages and practice creating vivid setting descriptions.

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Descriptive Writing: Setting Description

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Grade Grade 6
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Understanding Setting Descriptions in Modern Fiction

The small town of Silverbrook was nestled between rolling hills and dense forests. The streets were lined with old-fashioned street lamps, casting a warm amber glow in the twilight. The air was filled with the scent of pine and fresh rain, and distant echoes of children’s laughter could be heard through the quiet evening. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky turned a soft shade of violet, emphasizing the peaceful atmosphere of the neighborhood.
1.
What sensory details does the author use to describe Silverbrook? List at least two.
[2 marks]
2.
Identify one descriptive technique used in the passage and explain its effect.
[3 marks]
3.
What time of day is described in the passage?
[1 mark]
Aa) Dawn
Bb) Noon
Cc) Twilight
Dd) Midnight
B

Analyzing Descriptive Techniques in Fiction

Lila stepped into the abandoned house, where sunlight streamed through broken windows, illuminating dust particles that danced in the air. The creaking floorboards echoed softly as she moved, and the faint smell of wet wood and age filled her nostrils. Every corner seemed to whisper stories of the past, cloaked in shadows and mystery.
1.
Identify one literary device used in this passage and describe its purpose.
[3 marks]
2.
Point out a example of sensory detail and explain how it enhances the scene.
[3 marks]
3.
Describe how the author creates a mood of mystery.
C

Creative Writing Task: Describe Your Dream Room

Imagine the perfect room you would love to have. Write a detailed description of this room, including sights, sounds, smells, and feelings you associate with it.
1.
Write a detailed paragraph describing your dream room, using vivid sensory details.
2.
Checklist for your description: include at least three of the following — sights, sounds, smells, textures, and feelings.
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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