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Sensory Details (Hear) Flashcards

1
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Fill in the blank: Words that describe sounds are known as _____ words.

A

auditory

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What type of sound is described by the word ‘whisper’?

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A soft and quiet sound

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Identify the term: A sound that is loud and sharp, often sudden.

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Clang

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Which word describes a low, continuous sound?

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Hum

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following words suggests a calming sound? A) Roar B) Murmur C) Crash

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B) Murmur

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What does the word ‘echo’ imply in auditory description?

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A sound that is reflected off a surface and heard again

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True or False: The word ‘screech’ denotes a pleasant sound.

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False

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What type of sound is represented by the word ‘chime’?

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A melodious ringing sound

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Fill in the blank: ‘The _____ of the wind through the trees created a soothing atmosphere.’

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whisper

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Identify the term: A sound that is continuous and usually low in volume.

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Murmur

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a harsh sound? A) Laughter B) Creak C) Melody

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B) Creak

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What is the effect of using onomatopoeia in auditory descriptions?

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It creates a vivid sound image that enhances the reader’s experience

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True or False: ‘Thud’ is an example of an onomatopoeic word.

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True

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What does the word ‘cacophony’ describe?

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A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds

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Fill in the blank: ‘The _____ of the crowd was overwhelming during the concert.’

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roar

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What type of auditory detail does ‘chirp’ refer to?

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A short, sharp sound made by small birds or insects

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Multiple Choice: Which word would best describe a sound that is soft and soothing? A) Crash B) Whisper C) Bang

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B) Whisper

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18
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What is the importance of using sensory details in writing?

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They help create vivid imagery and enhance the reader’s experience

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True or False: The word ‘muffle’ means to make a sound louder.

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False

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What auditory detail does ‘gurgle’ convey?

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A sound made by liquid flowing or bubbling

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Fill in the blank: ‘The _____ of the bells signified the start of the ceremony.’

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toll

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22
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Identify the term: A loud, sudden sound that typically startles.

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Bang

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes a ‘buzz’? A) A low humming sound B) A high-pitched scream C) A soft whisper

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A) A low humming sound

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What does the word ‘whimper’ suggest?

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A low, feeble sound expressing pain or fear

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True or False: ‘Harmony’ refers to a combination of sounds that are pleasing to the ear.

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True

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26
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What type of sound does ‘crash’ imply?

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A loud, violent sound resulting from collision

27
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Fill in the blank: ‘The _____ of the waves crashing against the shore was calming.’

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sound

28
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Identify the term: A series of rapid, sharp sounds.

A

Rattle

29
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Multiple Choice: Which word would you use to describe the sound of a gentle rain? A) Patter B) Roar C) Scream

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A) Patter

30
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What does ‘silence’ imply in auditory descriptions?

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The absence of sound

31
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True or False: The word ‘drone’ suggests a monotonous, low sound.

A

True

32
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What auditory detail does ‘clatter’ refer to?

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A loud, rattling sound, often from hard objects striking each other

33
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Fill in the blank: ‘The _____ of the train approaching was heard from miles away.’

A

whistle

34
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Identify the term: A sound that is loud and prolonged, often associated with excitement.

A

Cheer

35
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following words describes a sound that is irregular and chaotic? A) Melody B) Racket C) Tune

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B) Racket

36
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What does the word ‘sizzle’ describe in auditory terms?

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The sound of something frying or cooking in hot oil

37
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True or False: The word ‘clang’ suggests a soft sound.

A

False

38
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What is a word that describes a soft, muffled sound?

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Muffled

39
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True or False: The term ‘cacophony’ refers to a pleasant sound.

A

False

40
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a loud, unpleasant mixture of sounds.

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Cacophony

41
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What word describes a sound that is loud and sudden?

A

Bang

42
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Which term refers to a low, continuous humming sound?

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Drone

43
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Multiple choice: What does the word ‘whisper’ mean? A) To speak very softly B) To shout C) To sing loudly

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A) To speak very softly

44
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What sensory detail word describes a high-pitched, shrill sound?

A

Squeal

45
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True or False: The word ‘echo’ refers to a sound that bounces back.

A

True

46
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a sound that is repeated after a delay.

A

Echo

47
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What is the term for a gentle, soothing sound, often associated with water?

A

Lullaby

48
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Multiple choice: Which word means to make a loud, deep sound? A) Murmur B) Roar C) Whisper

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B) Roar

49
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What word describes a series of quick, sharp sounds?

A

Clatter

50
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True or False: The term ‘silence’ means the absence of sound.

A

True

51
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a sound made by a bell or a similar object.

A

Chime

52
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What sensory detail word describes a soft, low sound of conversation?

A

Murmur

53
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Multiple choice: Which term refers to the sound of footsteps? A) Patter B) Roar C) Whisper

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A) Patter

54
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What word describes a sound that is sharp and piercing?

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Shriek

55
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True or False: The word ‘hiss’ refers to a sound made by a snake.

A

True

56
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a sound that resembles a gentle breeze.

A

Rustle

57
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What term describes a loud sound made by a crowd?

A

Roar

58
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Multiple choice: Which word means to make a continuous low sound? A) Buzz B) Shout C) Whisper

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A) Buzz

59
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What is the term for a soft, intermittent sound, like rain?

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Pitter-patter

60
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True or False: The word ‘clang’ refers to a soft, gentle sound.

A

False

61
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a sound of a door creaking.

A

Creak

62
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What sensory detail word describes a sound that is loud and explosive?

A

Blast

63
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a synonym for ‘scream’? A) Cry B) Whisper C) Sing

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A) Cry

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