Imagery Flashcards

AQA GCSE English Language specification

Imagery

Descriptive or figurative language used to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

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Terms in this set (10)

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Imagery

Descriptive or figurative language used to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

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Visual imagery

Language that appeals to the sense of sight, describing how things look.

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Auditory imagery

Language that appeals to the sense of hearing, describing sounds.

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Olfactory imagery

Language that appeals to the sense of smell, describing scents or odours.

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Gustatory imagery

Language that appeals to the sense of taste, describing flavours.

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Tactile imagery

Language that appeals to the sense of touch, describing textures or physical sensations.

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Purpose of imagery

To create a vivid experience for the reader and evoke emotions or atmosphere.

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Effect of imagery

Helps the reader visualise scenes, understand characters, and feel immersed in the text.

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Figurative imagery

Imagery created using figurative language such as metaphors, similes, and personification.

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Analysing imagery

Identify the type of imagery, explain its effect, and link it to the writer's purpose or audience impact.

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