Using figurative language and structure to create an unsettling atmosphere
I can write an unsettling description using a wide range of language devices, as well as punctuation and sentence types chosen for effect.
Using figurative language and structure to create an unsettling atmosphere
I can write an unsettling description using a wide range of language devices, as well as punctuation and sentence types chosen for effect.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- To plan an effective description, you should establish a clear setting using precise imagery.
- When describing show off your ability to use figurative language, varied sentences and punctuation for effect.
- Make sure that your description is well-structured and has a clear sense of direction – a beginning, middle and end.
Common misconception
That you should use generic sensory language to create an effective description.
You need to use sensory language tailored to the atmosphere that you want to create in order for it to be effective.
Keywords
Sensory language - language that uses the five senses to evoke a mental image in the reader.
Eerie - something strange and frightening.
Atmosphere - the feeling or sense evoked by an environment or setting.
Unsettling - something that causes worry or anxiety.
Reflection - giving serious thought or consideration to something.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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