SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Creative Writing
Quarter 1 – Module 1
Fundamentals of Creative
Writing

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Creative Writing
Quarter 1 – Module 1
Fundamentals of Creative
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 WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

This learning module contains the fundamental and essential elements of

creative writing. It provides the learners with the path to develop their practical and
creative skills in reading and writing. It is a module that introduces the students to the
basic techniques of writing fiction, poetry and drama.

In this module, the students understand and appreciate the elements and
contexts of Creative Writing by distinguishing imaginative writing from technical
writing and among other forms of writing, and create short paragraphs using
imagery, diction, figures of speech, and specific experiences.

After studying this module, you will be able to:

1. define imaginative writing;
2. compare and contrast Imaginative writing from technical writing;
and
3. produce short paragraphs using imagery, diction, figures of speech,
and specific experiences

THINGS TO REMEMBER TO GET THROUGH

To learn and benefit from this module, follow the following steps:

1. Read the module title and the module introduction to get an idea of what the
module covers. Specifically, read all the sections of this module carefully. The
first section tells you what this module is all about while the second section
tells you of what you are expected to learn.

2. Never move on to the next page unless you have done what you are expected
to do in the previous page. Before you start each lesson, read first the
INSTRUCTIONS.

3. Work on the activities. Take note of the skills that each activity is helping you
to develop.

4. Take the Post-Test after you are done with all the lessons and activities in the
module.

5. Communicate with your teacher. Ask him/her about any difficulty or confusion
you have encountered in this module.

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 6. Finally, prepare and gather all your outputs and submit them to your teacher.

7. Please write all your answers of the tests, activities, exercises, and others on
your separate activity notebook.

REMEMBER THIS

The most basic skill that a good student in creative writing has is a clear
understanding of what imaginative writing is all about and a thorough understanding
of the fundamental techniques of writing short paragraphs, fiction, poetry, and
drama.

GOOD LUCK AS YOU BEGIN THIS MODULE!

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LESSON 1
IMAGINATIVE WRITING vs
TECHNICAL WRITING
Competency: Differentiate imaginative writing from technical writing.
HUMSS_CW/MP11/12-Ia-b-1 (2 hours)

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

At the end of this lesson, the learners are expected to:

1. define and describe imaginative writing;
2. define and describe technical writing; and
3. learn the initial steps in writing creatively.

WHAT I KNOW

Instructions: Recall what you learned about creative writing in the past. Read and
answer the following statements. Write the letter of your answer in your activity
notebook.

1. Creative writing is non-fiction writing.

a. True b. False

2. Technical writing is good for specific audiences.

a. True b. False

3. Creative writing is a writing that uses imagery, diction, and rhythmic patterns.
a. True b. False

4. The following are examples of creative writing: Haiku, vignettes, legends, epic,
myth and folklore.
a. True b. False

5. It is a thing that suggests more than its literal meaning. It uses objects to signify
another level of meaning.
a. Insight b. Moral
c. Symbol d. Point-of-View

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6. It is the kind of writing that follows the standards of writing, such as the use of
punctuation marks, indentions, and jargons.
a. Creative Writing b. Technical writing
c. Prose d. None of the choices

7. Speeches, journalism, blogging, and free writing are examples of what type of
writing?
a. Technical writing b. Imaginative writing
c. Poetry d. None of the choices

8. It is written to inform and sometimes to trigger the person reading into making an
action beneficial to the writer.
a. Imaginative writing b. Technical writing
c. Journal d. All of the above

9. Creative writing or imaginative writing is a writing that tries to share .

a. Facts b. History
c. Human experience c. All of the above

10. Which of the following is an example of creative writing?

a. Book reports b. Research Paper
c. Play d. News article

11. What are sensory details?

a. details that involve the five senses- sight, hearing, taste, feel and smell
b. details that require common sense
c. details that involve sense and sensibility
d. details that involve sight

12. What are literary tools?

a. tools that help us get in touch with our emotions
b. language devices that help you write better and creatively
c. tools that help us sleep better at night
d. tools that allow us to have fun

13. Any writing that is original and self-expressive is known as .

a. Technical writing b. Creative writing
c. News article d. All of the above

14. Who is the person with which the main character has conflict with?
a. Protagonist b. Antagonist
c. bad guy d. principal

15. It involves relating on experiences.

a. Technical writing b. Creative writing c. Neither

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 WHAT’S NEW

Think of an idea or a theme that is truly interesting to you. Select the most
important aspect of that idea or theme. This will be your focus as we go along with
our lesson.

WHAT IS IT

What is Creative Writing and Imaginative Writing?

The word creative is defined in varied ways. It is the “ability to create”,
“imaginative”, “characterized by originality and expressiveness”. Creative writing is
therefore generally defined as writing that is imaginative, creative and original. This
generally covers all areas of fiction, such as novels, short stories, poetry, etc.
However, it can also include non-fiction, such as feature articles for magazines.

Generally, the writing process is a series of basic steps that lead to an

organized thought communicated to a reader. It involves presenting your opinions,
impressions, and insights clearly about a preferred subject or theme. However, the
kind of writing that you do as a means of self-expression is quite different from the
writing that you submit as a school requirement.

Creative writing is a form of artistic expression that draws on the imagination

to convey meaning through the use of imagery, narrative, and drama. This genre
includes poetry, fiction (novels, short stories), scripts, screenplays, and creative non-
fiction.
Creative writing is also defined as any writing that goes outside the bounds of
normal professional, journalistic, academic, or technical forms of literature, typically
identified by an emphasis on narrative craft, character development, and the use of
literary tropes or with various traditions of poetry and poetics.

Imaginative writing is a mode of writing characterized by inventiveness of

situation, perspective, or story, and distinguished from other modes such as
expository and persuasive writing. The term is used synonymously with “creative
writing”.

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Genres of Creative writing

• Poetry
• Prose

a. Fiction: Novels
Novelettes
Short stories

b. Creative Nonfiction

• Drama
Tragedy
Comedy

The World of Creative and Imaginative writing

Generally, ideas flow once you begin writing. If you are planning to write a
short story, you should fairly have an idea of the theme of the story. You must be
already aware of the conflict that your characters will face. You can already imagine
the details and scenery that you will describe.

Some beginning writers are wary about style. Generally, style takes shape as
you write honestly and truthfully. You can pick up the style of other writers by reading
their works, but never imitate completely.

Different writers start writing in varied ways. Some begin with an interesting
opening dialogue. Other start with small scattered ideas which they patch together
until a pattern develops. Others are initially fascinated with a character and make a
story around that character.

Here are some helpful approaches you can adopt when you begin writing:

Read all forms of writing. Reading always helps generate all sorts of ideas.
Keep a notebook handy. You will never know when an idea will come along.
Write in your notebook your observations, impressions, and the lines that you
hear from someone.
Learn to appreciate the magic and power of words, their meanings and their
vagueness. People who love to say and hear words generally have better
chances of putting something on paper.
Observe how people talk and relate to one another. Listen to their
conversations. Make guesses about their characters and personalities and
watch out for their mannerisms and ways of talking.
Clip articles of interest from previous newspapers and magazines. You’ll
never know when you can use them.

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 Read anecdotes, song lyrics, facebook posts, and descriptions of people,
films, painting, dance, and music.
When you have written something, read it aloud or even record it. This is a
good way to spot errors in your language and sentence constructions, the
dialogues or descriptions that are not working, or phrases that are awkward.
Ask somebody to check your work. Other people can see our faults better
than us.
Keep an open mind about criticisms. What you have written is not the final
one, and it can still be improved and developed through time and practice.
Understand the possibilities of intertextual forms. What you write, whether a
poem, a story, or a play, may be connected to other types of literature. Also,
writers use references that influence readers and add layers of understanding
to a text. These references may have basis in the readers’ previous
knowledge and experiences.

What is Technical Writing?

Technical writing is a type of writing where the author is writing about a
particular subject that requires direction, instruction, or explanation. This style of
writing has a very different purpose and different characteristics than other writing
styles such as creative writing, academic writing or business writing.

Technical writing is straightforward with easy to understand explanations

and/or instructions dealing with a particular subject. It is an efficient and clear way of
explaining something and how it works.

Some examples of technical writing include:

• Instruction manuals
• Policy manuals
• Process manuals
• User manuals
• Book Reports
• Research paper
• Instructions for assembling a product
• Business letters
• Memorandum

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 WHAT’S MORE

Pre-Activity: In your notebook, answer the following questions in your own

words.

1.) Explain in three (3) sentences why creative writing is considered an

imaginative writing.
2.) How will you write short paragraphs or short stories creatively?

Note to the teacher:

Have your own assessment on the above What’s In activity. Also, you
may decide on the scoring of this activity.
Thank you.

ACTIVITY 1
Look for the following reading materials in the internet:

a. “The Tortoise and the Hare”

b. “The Legend of Maria Makiling”
c. sample Memorandum
d. Newspaper article/headline
e. sample Diary

In each reading material, identify the subject, purpose, and audience. In one
sentence, describe each reading material as to whether it is an imaginative writing or
a technical writing. Write your answers in your activity notebook.

To the teacher:
1. You may give further instruction/s through a video so the learners will
thoroughly understand what is being asked.
2. Give your own rubric as a guide to your students.

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 ASSESSMENT

Instruction: Match each item in Column A with the types of writing found in
Column B. Write the letter of your answer in your notebook.
COLUMN A COLUMN B

1. Poetry a. Imaginative writing

2. Memoirs b. Technical writing
3. Memorandum c. Neither
4. Play
5. Speeches
6. News article
7. Book Reports
8. Blogs
9. Research paper
10. Personal essays

Congratulations! You are now done with Lesson 1.

Now, Let’s proceed to Lesson 2.

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LESSON 2
IMAGERY, DICTION AND
FIGURES OF SPEECH
Competency: Use imagery, diction, figures of speech, and specific experiences,
HUMSS_CW/MP11/12-Ia-b-4 (2 hours).

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

At the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

1. value the significance of the different types of imagery in creative writing,
2. identify the different types of imagery,
3. use the different types of imagery in creative writing,
4. appreciate the significance of effective use of words in creative writing,
5. differentiate formal diction from informal diction, and
6. use the different figures of speech in creative writing.

7.
8.
9. WHAT’S IN

In Lesson 1, you learned that imaginative writing is different from technical

writing. Now in lesson 2, you will learn on the different types of imagery, figures of
speech, as well as the proper use of words in writing creatively.

WHAT I KNOW

Instruction: Read and answer each item carefully. Write the letter of your
answer in your notebook.
1. The sensory experience involves the five senses of the reader.
a. True b. False c. Neither

2. It was a cold night when the lady suddenly appeared from nowhere. The
italicized word depicts the sense of touch.
a. True b. False c. Neither

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3. It is quiet on the prairie. The sentence depicts the sense of sight.
a. True b. False c. Neither

4. The sweet aroma of cappuccino makes me feel at home. The italicized words
depict the sense of smell.
a. True b. False c. Neither

5. His mouth is filled with the sweet, coppery taste of blood. What sense is used
in the sentence?
a. Touch b. Sight c. Smell d. Taste

6. Which of the following is written in a formal diction?

a. “The adventurers rode thru the forest with their swords drawn”.
b. “We shouldn’t have to do this kind of junk, anyway”.
c. “Steve and Adam will be out of town this weekend”.
d. “I would be very pleased to snag a job at W. Brown development office.”

7. What is jargon?
a. the diction of a specific field or profession
b. modern-day vernacular
c. using too many words in a single sentence
d. an overly complex diction

8. What does diction mean?

a. a writer’s reason for writing
b. the use of a word that imitates a sound
c. an author’s choice of words and their use
d. none of the above

9. It involves choosing words that are polite and proper.

a. Informal diction b. Formal diction
c. Colloquialism d. Jargon

10. Its language is highly informal and may include regional expressions and spelling
that reflect dialect and non-standard pronunciation.
a. Formal diction b. Jargon
c. Informal diction d. Colloquialism

11. What figure of speech is used in this statement: “His lips is as soft as rose petals.
Softly dry my tear, drenched my face”?
a. Simile b. Metaphor
c. Personification d. Hyperbole

12. It refers to naming a thing or an action by imitating the sound associated with it.
a. Simile b. Onomatopoeia
c. Metaphor d. Consonance

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13. It is the use of exaggeration to express strong emotion.
a. Hyperbole b. Simile
c. Metaphor d. Consonance

14. It refers to the repetition of vowel sounds within words in a line.

a. Simile b. Metaphor
b. Assonance d. Consonance

15. It is a figure of speech which gives human qualities to non-living things.

a. Simile b. Personification
b. Metaphor d. Consonance

WHAT’S NEW

Imagine you are in a park. Look at the objects around you as well as your
surroundings. Try to listen to the different sounds, and even the smell of nature that
surrounds you. Reflect on all the things that you heard, saw, and smelled. Now, write
about all these things in your activity notebook.

WHAT IS IT

What is Imagery?

In creative writing, you will be making a lot of descriptions. These descriptive

details are necessary to make your writing clear because they help generate a
specific mood or emotion about people, places, and circumstances. They are called
images and sensory impressions or symbols. The use of imagery appeals to how
you see, hear, smell, taste, touch, and feel the things that you are writing about. If
you are writing from memory, these images can also help readers imagine or relate
to some of your specific experiences.

Imagery is the language used by creative writers, poets, novelists, playwrights

and other writers to create images in the mind of the reader. Imagery
includes figurative and metaphorical language to improve the reader’s experience
through their senses.

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 In a literary text, it is an author's use of vivid and descriptive language to add
depth to their work. It appeals to human senses to deepen the reader's
understanding of the work.

Visual Imagery (Sight)

It is a picture in words; something that is concrete and can be seen.

Example: The night was black as ever, but bright stars lit up the sky in
beautiful and varied constellations which were sprinkled
across the astronomical landscape.

In this example, the experience of the night sky is described in depth with
color (black as ever, bright), shape (varied constellations), and pattern
(sprinkled).

Visual imagery may include:

➢ color, such as: burnt red, bright orange, dull yellow, verdant green,
and blue.
➢ shapes, such as: square, circular, tubular, rectangular, and conical.
➢ size, such as: miniscule, tiny, small, medium-sized, large, and gigantic.
➢ pattern, such as: polka-dotted, striped, zig-zagged, jagged, and
straight.

Auditory Imagery (Hear)

It is something that you can hear through your mind’s ears.

Example: Silence was broken by the peal of piano keys as
Shannon began practicing her concerto.

In this example, auditory imagery breaks silence with the beautiful sound of
piano keys.

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 Auditory imagery may include:
➢ enjoyable sounds, such as: beautiful music, birdsong, and the voices of
a chorus
➢ Noises, such as: the bang of a gun, the sound of a broom moving
across the floor, and the sound of broken glass shattering on the hard
floor or the lack of noise, describing a peaceful calm or eerie silence

Olfactory Imagery (Smell)

It is something that you can smell through your mind’s nose.

Example: She smelled the scent of sweet hibiscus wafting through
the air, its tropical smell a reminder that she was on
vacation in a beautiful place.

The scent of hibiscus helps describe a scene which is relaxing, warm, and
welcoming.

Olfactory imagery may include:

➢ fragrances, such as perfumes, enticing food and drink, and scent of
flowers.
➢ odors, such as rotting trash, body odors, or a stinky wet dog.

Gustatory Imagery (Taste)

It is something that you can taste through your mind’s tongue.

Example: The candy melted in her mouth and swirls of bittersweet
chocolate and slightly sweet but salty caramel blended
together on her tongue.
In this example, it describes the candy’s various flavors in which the reader
can almost experience the deliciousness directly.

Gustatory imagery may include:

➢ sweetness, such as candies, cookies, and desserts
➢ sourness, bitterness, and tartness, such as lemons and limes
➢ saltiness, such as pretzels, French fries, and pepperonis
➢ spiciness, such as salsas and curries.
➢ savoriness, such as a steak dinner or thick soup

Tactile Imagery (Touch)

It is something that you can touch through your mind’s skin.

Example: After the long run, he collapsed in the grass with tired and
burning muscles. The grass tickled his skin and sweat
cooled on his brow.

In this example, imagery is used to describe the feeling of strained muscles,

grass’s tickle, and sweat cooling on skin.

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 Tactile imagery may include:
➢ temperature, such as bitter cold, humidity, mildness, and stifling
heat
➢ texture, such as rough, ragged, seamless, and smooth
➢ touch, such as hand-holding, or the feeling of starched fabric on
one’s skin
➢ movement, such as burning muscles from exertion, swimming in
cold water, or kicking a soccer ball.

What is Diction?

Diction refers to the speaking or writing style or the choice of words that a
speaker or writer uses. The choice of words has a significant effect on the quality of
a speech or writing. Well-chosen words help a writer or a speaker to pass a
message clearly and easily. On the other hand, poor word choice can cause
message misinterpretation by the readers or listeners.
All forms of communication, whether written or oral, are made up of words.
They are considered the basic kernel of transmitting ideas and information. Knowing
how to properly use the right words in any form of creative writing is an advantage.
The words you employ in your writing ultimately reveal your tone and attitude in your
work.

Qualities of Good Diction

The words a writer or speaker chooses must be accurate and right. This is
vital since it helps to prevent message misinterpretation. Secondly, the words must
go in line with the context within which the writer or speaker uses them. Thirdly, the
words should be easy to understand in order to help the reader/listener understand
the message being conveyed clearly. Using complex words might put off your
listeners and readers.

Types of Diction
A. Formal diction
This diction entails the use of formal language which is used to address
formal situations. In this type of diction, sophisticated language is used and it
also follows grammatical rules. People use this diction to write articles,
address audiences, make formal presentations, or even address a press
conference. Additionally, you can also find formal diction in legal papers,
business documents, and professional texts. Generally, formal diction is
typically used in formal settings.
Other characteristics of formal diction are:
➢ It involves choosing words that are polite and proper.
➢ Often filled with descriptive words that are quite precise and sentences
may be longer.

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 Example:
Formal: The man spoke to his father in a low voice so others could not hear.
Informal: That guy told his dad secrets in a low voice.

Going to the extremes of formal diction, jargon is a highly technical language

or specialized terms that only people in a certain group understands.

Example: The candidate must be adept at both the latest communications

technology and heritage voice systems to keep all stakeholders informed of
developing trends in the workplace.

B. Informal diction
Informal diction refers to the use of informal, casual,
and conversational words while speaking or writing. Unlike formal diction, it is
more relaxed, and it is what people use in real life to interact with their
colleagues and friends. In writing, you can use informal diction to write
personal letters and emails to friends and relatives. Some writers also use
informal diction when writing poems, short stories, and novels.

In addition, informal diction uses shorter words and sentences may be

shorter.

Going to the extremes of informal diction, colloquialism is a language

which is highly informal and may include regional expressions and spelling
that reflect dialect and non-standard pronunciation.
Example: I am gonna become the best player in the world. (‘gonna’ is a colloquial word that
means I am going to)

What are Figures of Speech?

It is a word or phrase that has a different meaning other than its literal
meaning.
The most commonly used figures of speech in creative writing are the
following:
1. Simile – a comparison between two objects using the words “like”, “as”
2. Metaphor – a comparison between two unlike things or ideas, but without
using “like” or “as”
3. Personification – giving human qualities to non-living things
4. Hyperbole – the use of exaggeration to express strong emotion or create a
comical effect
5. Assonance – the repetition of vowel sounds in a series of words, phrases
and/or syllables

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 6. Consonance – the repetition of consonant sounds that can be anywhere in
the phrase or sentence
7. Onomatopoeia – naming a thing or an action by imitating the sound
associated with it
8. Irony - is when there is a contrast between what is said and what is meant
9. Alliteration – repetition of consonant sounds occurring at the beginning of
words
10. Anaphora – repetition of the first part of the sentence in order to achieve
an artistic effect

WHAT’S MORE

Identify which type of imagery is being described in the following sentences. Write
your answers in your activity notebook.
1. The old man took the handful of dust, and sifted it through his fingers.
2. The starry night sky looked so beautiful that it begged him to linger, but he
reluctantly left for home.
3. The fragrance of spring flowers made her joyful.
4. The sound of a drum in the distance attracted him.
5. The people traveled long distances to watch the sunset in the north.
6. The stone fell with a splash in the lake.
7. The sound of bat hitting the ball was pleasing to his ear.
8. The chirping of birds heralded spring.
9. There lay refuse heaps on their path that were so smelly that it maddened
them.
10. The silence in the room was unnerving.
11. The blind man touched the tree to learn if its skin was smooth or rough.
12. When he was on the way to work, he heard the muffled cry of a woman.
13. The beacons of moonlight bathed the room in ethereal light.
14. The wild gusts of cold wind pierced her body.
15. The burger, aromatic with spices, made his mouth water in anticipation of the
first bite.

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 ASSESSMENT

Instruction: Read the statements below carefully. Choose from the

choices inside the box the figure of speech that is being used in each item.
Write your answer in your notebook.

Simile
Personification
Irony
Consonance
Anaphora
Hyperbole

1. You are the earth whose orbit marks my way.

2. The ocean is deep and vast like my love.

3. And the river jumps over the mountain, and the salmon sing in the street.

4. I am awake. I am strong. I am ready.

5. Some mammals are clammy.

WHAT I CAN DO

Write a three-paragraph essay that employs imagery and proper use of

diction. You may use images you imagined in the What’s New section of this lesson.
Write your answer in your activity notebook.
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 RUBRIC FOR WRITING COMPOSITION
Performance Very Good Good Needs
Areas 10-8 7-5 Improvement
4-1
Content Article has specific Central idea is vague; Unable to find
central idea that is clearly non-supportive to the specific supporting
stated in the opening topic; lacks focus details
paragraph, appropriate,
concrete details.
Organization Article is logically Writing somewhat Central point and
organized and well- digresses from the flow of article is lost;
structured central idea lacks organization
and continuity
Research Cited research Some research of the Did little or no
information, introduced topic was done but gathering of
personal ideas to was inconclusive to information on the
enhance article support topic; cited topic, did not cite
cohesiveness information was vague information
Style Writing is smooth, Sentences are varied Lacks creativity and
coherent and consistent and inconsistent with focus. Unrelated
central idea word choice to
central idea
Mechanics Written work has no Written work is Written article has
errors in word selection relatively free of errors several errors in
and use sentence in word selection and word selection and
structure, spelling, use, sentence use.
punctuation, and structure, spelling,
capitalization punctuation and
capitalization (some
have errors)

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

Practice 1: Lone Shadow's Adventure

Read the selection, and then answer the questions that follow.

(1) It's quiet on the prairie. The only thing Lone Shadow can hear is the
beating of his heart. A few butterflies silently swoop down to rest on tall
grasses that spread out as far as the eye can see. Above, a few fluffy
white clouds float in an endless blue sky. A gentle breeze drifts past
Lone Shadow's ear. Suddenly, there's movement in the grass ahead!

(2) A frightened deer leaps past Lone Shadow's shoulder and races off
toward a small clump of trees. Then he hears it . . . a rhythmic sound like
his heartbeat, only louder! The ground begins to tremble. He looks

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 toward the horizon and sees a swirling cloud of dust heading his way!
Quickly he turns and runs. The noise gets louder and the dust thicker, so
thick he can taste it! Just as he jumps into a deep ditch, a thundering
herd of buffalo rushes past.

(3) Once the herd has moved on, Lone Shadow walks to the place where he
had been standing. There's a musty smell in the air above the grass,
which is now flat. "That could have been me!" he says. Quickly he runs
back to camp to tell the tribal leaders about the buffalo There will be
a hunt tonight!

1. How did the author use sensory words to help readers visualize the character,
setting, and events? Give at least two (2) examples from the text for each sense.
Sight _
Hear _
Taste _
Smell _
Touch _

2. Read this sentence from the text: Suddenly, there's movement in the grass
ahead! Which of the following best adds imagery to help readers visualize the
situation?
a. Suddenly, there’s some kind of movement somewhere in the grass ahead!

b. Suddenly, Lone Shadow sees a flash of brown and white fur and hears
something panting in the grass ahead!

c. Suddenly, Lone Shadow sees an animal moving in the grass ahead!

d. Suddenly, the grass ahead begins to bend…Something is moving it!

Congratulations!!!

Now, keep going on to Module 2.

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Aguila, A.A., Galan, R.S., & Wigley, J.J. (2017). Wording the World: The Art of
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