Test Your Descriptive Essay Writing Skills

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Which type of person is commonly chosen as the subject of a descriptive essay?

A celebrity (correct)
A random person on the street
A fictional character
A family member

What is the first aspect of a person that should be described in a descriptive essay?

Clothing (correct)
Hobbies
Personality traits
Manners

Why should writers be cautious when choosing a person to write a descriptive essay about?

The person may not be interesting to readers (correct)
It may be difficult to find information about the person
The person may not want to be written about
The writer may not know the person well enough

______ make the man. So, it should be the first part of your writing. Describe facial features, height, weight, hair color, eye color, clothes, and so on.

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Writers usually decide to create essays about an extraordinary historical personality or write a descriptive essay about a person you ______.

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Describe the features of the person one by one, like: ______.

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What are some examples of famous people that can be the subject of a descriptive essay?

Napoleon Bonaparte, Martin Luther King, Ronald Reagan, or other famous and successful people Signup and view all the answers

What is the second aspect of a person that should be described in a descriptive essay?

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What should be the focus of the first part of a descriptive essay about a person?

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Study Notes

Descriptive Essay Subjects

Descriptive essays can feature both ordinary and extraordinary people
It's important to choose a person who is interesting and engaging, as this will make the essay more enjoyable to read
Writers should be cautious when selecting a person to describe as they need to ensure there is enough information to create a well-rounded essay, as the subject's physical appearance is only the first part of the essay

Physical Appearance

Physical appearance is the first aspect to be described in a descriptive essay about a person
The essay should provide a detailed description of the subject's physical features, including facial features, height, weight, hair color, eye color, clothing, and any other notable physical attributes
The physical description is the foundation of the essay and should accurately portray the subject

Examples and Considerations

Famous people are popular subjects for descriptive essays as they provide a wealth of information to draw from
When choosing a person to describe in a descriptive essay, it's important to consider whether you have enough information to create a well-rounded and interesting portrayal
You should also think about whether there are any ethical considerations to take into account when writing about the subject
For example, you may want to avoid writing about a person who is currently in the news for controversial reasons

Personality and Character

Personality and character are the second aspect to be described in a descriptive essay about a person
Personality and character traits, like their attitude, hobbies, quirks, and relationships can be described to further develop the reader's understanding of the subject
This information helps to create a multi-dimensional portrait of the subject

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"Descriptive Essay Writing: Bringing People to Life" - Test your knowledge on writing a compelling descriptive essay about a person. Learn the specifics of choosing a subject, creating vivid descriptions, and engaging your readers through this quiz.