Question

Which sentences use description that holds the reader’s interest? Check all that apply.

I walked down the hallway to my teacher’s classroom.
The bacon danced in the pan like a fish in a bucket.
The robust, smoky aroma of the coffee filled the kitchen.
The kids were excited as they played outside in the backyard
The waiting room was cold and sterile, and smelled of antiseptic.

Answer 1

Sentences 2, 3, and 5.

- "The bacon danced in the pan like a fish in a bucket." — vivid, active figurative language.
- "The robust, smoky aroma of the coffee filled the kitchen." — strong sensory detail (smell).
- "The waiting room was cold and sterile, and smelled of antiseptic." — evocative atmosphere and sensory detail.

Sentences 1 and 4 are more bland/telling rather than descriptive.