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Analyzing Word Choice and Author’s Purpose in Short Stories — Quiz

Question 8 • CMS 2026-2027 English II CREDIT RECOVERY

What is the best definition of the term imagery ?

Answer
A
mental pictures evoked by language
B
physical descriptions of settings and characters
C
vivid language that appeals to the senses
D
illustrations that accompany a text

Explanation

Imagery is descriptive language that helps readers imagine what they can see, hear, smell, taste, or feel. Therefore, the best definition is “vivid language that appeals to the senses.” Mental pictures can result from imagery, but the term specifically refers to the sensory language that creates them.

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