Descriptive Essay (Grade 12 NSC Matric English HL): Flashcards
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Main purpose of a descriptive essay
Main purpose of a descriptive essay
Create vivid mental images using rich sensory details
Five senses used in descriptive writing
Five senses used in descriptive writing
Sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch
Types of figurative language to use
Types of figurative language to use
Similes, metaphors, personification, alliteration
Show don't tell principle
Show don't tell principle
Describe sensory details rather than stating facts
Min. body paragraphs in descriptive essay
Min. body paragraphs in descriptive essay
At least three
NSC word limit for descriptive essay
NSC word limit for descriptive essay
250-300 words
Purpose of introduction paragraph
Purpose of introduction paragraph
Introduce subject & capture reader's interest
What each body paragraph should focus on
What each body paragraph should focus on
Different aspect with rich sensory details
Purpose of conclusion paragraph
Purpose of conclusion paragraph
Summarise key elements & leave lasting impression
How to organise descriptive structure
How to organise descriptive structure
From general observations to specific details