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QuizMultiple Choice

Unit Test — Cumulative exam

Question 15 • GA-Literature and Composition I

Which sentence contains the best example of descriptive details?

Answer
A
The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind.
B
They were about to move into the new apartment building last week.
C
In preparation for the move to the apartment, they had to pack first.
D
Inside the apartment, there was a lot to do to make it habitable.

Explanation

Descriptive details help readers picture or sense what is happening. “The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind” uses vivid language that suggests both movement and sound. The other sentences mainly tell about plans or tasks without creating as strong an image.

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