Error Correction in Descriptive Writing
English
Grade 6
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet focused on error correction in descriptive writing, emphasizing the 'Show Don't Tell' technique for Grade 6 students.
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Error Correction in Descriptive Writing
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Grade Grade 6
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Identifying Errors in Descriptive Texts
The girl was very sad. She was crying because her puppy was lost. The room was dark and gloomy, making everyone feel unhappy. The tree was tall and had many leaves. The food was delicious and tasty, and everyone loved it.
1.
Identify the sentence that does not effectively show emotion or setting, and suggest a correction.
[2 marks]2.
Find the sentence that simply tells instead of showing and rewrite it to create a vivid image.
[2 marks]3.
Which sentence could be improved by adding sensory details? Provide a revised version.
[2 marks]4.
Identify any use of vague language and suggest more specific descriptions.
[2 marks]5.
Choose one sentence to improve by adding imagery. Write the improved version.
[2 marks]6.
Explain why it's better to show rather than tell in descriptive writing.
[2 marks]B
Creative Error Correction Exercise
Rewrite the following paragraph by correcting errors and enhancing descriptive detail to show emotion and setting.
1.
Rewrite the paragraph to improve descriptive detail and correctly show emotions and setting.
C
Analyzing Descriptive Techniques
As she stepped into the room, her eyes widened, and her hands trembled slightly. The walls were covered with old portraits whose eyes seemed to follow her every move. A faint aroma of lavender lingered in the air, making her feel both comforted and uneasy.
1.
Identify three descriptive techniques used in this paragraph that help show emotion or setting.
[3 marks]D
Matching Descriptive Phrases to Emotions
Match each descriptive phrase with the emotion it most likely conveys.
1.
Which phrase best conveys sadness?
Aa) Her shoulders slumped and she sighed deeply.
Bb) The bright colors and lively music filled the room.
Cc) The cold wind made her shiver.
Dd) The quiet, dark woods were unsettling.
2.
Which phrase best conveys happiness?
Aa) Her shoulders slumped and she sighed deeply.
Bb) The bright colors and lively music filled the room.
Cc) The cold wind made her shiver.
Dd) The quiet, dark woods were unsettling.
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