objects, actions, and ideas in such a way that it appeals to the senses. The types of imagery are visual, auditory, olfactory, gustatory, and tactile. •It is important to use imagery to evoke moods/ emotions through imagination. This can be established with images and sensory impressions. WARM UP
•Sweet words illuminate 1)
heavenly happiness but bitter words are burning fire in every caress words, a 2) taste so poisonous is like a 3) loud and sonorous gong of curse. Types of Imagery
•Visual Imagery appeals to the
sense of sight. It is something that is concrete and can be seen. Example: It was dark and dim in the forest. Types of Imagery •Auditory Imagery appeals to the sense of hearing. It is something that you can hear through your mind’s ears. Example: The pattering of the rain is heard against the window pane. Types of Imagery •Olfactory Imagery appeals to the sense of smell. It is something that you can smell through your mind’s nose. Example: The stench of body odor in a crowded LRT seeped through the fabric of my shirt. Types of Imagery •Gustatory Imagery appeals to the sense of taste. It is something that you can taste through your mind’s tongue. Example: Mouth-watering ripe mangoes, tender melons, and luscious cherries are served on a tray. Types of Imagery •Tactile Imagery appeals to the sense of touch. It is something that you can touch through your mind’s skin. Example: The soft velvety feel of silk and satin caressed my skin. •Directions: Unlock the imagery used in each sentence. Choices are provided inside the parentheses. •Directions: Unlock the imagery used in each sentence. Choices are provided inside the parentheses. a. The old man took the handful of dust, and sifted it through his skin and fingers (Auditory, Tactile) b. The sound of drum in the distance attracted him. (Visual, Auditory) c. The beacons of moonlight bathed the room in ethereal light (Olfactory, Visual) d. The wild gusts of wind pierced through his body. (Olfactory, Tactile) e. The burger, aromatic with spices, made his mouth water in anticipation of the first bite. (Gustatory, Auditory) Write a creative essay entry (not more than 300 words) about your most unforgettable experience. Use your knowledge about imageries to make your essay more descriptive. You may imagine someone has written it for you. Use a long-sized bond paper/one whole sheet of paper and make your own creative title. Rubric: Message 25 points Originality/ Creativity 25 points Grammar/Mechanics 25 points Organization 25 points TOTAL 100 points