Descriptive Writing: Show Don't Tell
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet focused on analyzing and practicing 'Show Don't Tell' techniques in descriptive writing for Grade 7 students.
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Descriptive Writing: Show Don't Tell
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Grade Grade 7
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Understanding 'Show Don't Tell' in Descriptive Writing
The morning sun peeked over the horizon, casting a warm golden glow across the meadow. A gentle breeze rustled the tall grass, causing it to sway softly. Daisy’s hands trembled as she clutched the letter, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself, but her shoulders quivered with emotion.
1.
Identify two descriptive techniques used by the author to create a vivid image of the scene.
[2 marks]2.
How does the author show Daisy's emotional state without directly stating it?
[2 marks]3.
Select the best option that exemplifies 'show' rather than 'tell' in the passage.
Aa) Daisy was sad.
Bb) Daisy's hands trembled as she clutched the letter.
Cc) Daisy was very upset.
Dd) Daisy cried.
4.
Write a brief paragraph describing a rainy day using 'show' techniques. Focus on sensory details and actions.
5.
List three specific descriptive details from the excerpt that effectively convey Daisy’s emotional tension.
[3 marks]6.
Identify the literary device used in the phrase 'peeking over the horizon, casting a warm golden glow.'
[2 marks]7.
Explain how sensory details enhance the reader's understanding of the scene.
8.
Create a descriptive paragraph about a winter morning, using at least two 'show' techniques discussed in this worksheet.
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