W33D2 Writing

Introduction

Good writers understand that showing the reader what is happening is more powerful than simply telling them. Another strategy to add detail to ordinary writing is expanding simple sentences. 

Expanding sentences add interesting details to your writing.

 

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Expanding Sentences

Expanding Sentences Practice

In Your Journal: Expand the sentence below by: 

        • Adding an adjective
        • Telling how
        • Telling when
        • Telling where
        • Telling why

The snake hissed.

 

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