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.

    <p>Clothes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>admire</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Manners</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Manners</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Clothes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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