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Sensory language appeals to our senses, allowing us to visualize, hear, taste, touch, or smell the scenes.

(a) Example 1: "His breath came in ragged gasps, and his legs felt like overcooked spaghetti." (Korman, 2014, p. 1) Sensory language is used to describe how Josh's legs feel, comparing them to overcooked spaghetti. (b) Example 2: "The sky was a brilliant canvas of oranges and pinks, the sun a huge pumpkin sinking in the west." (Korman, 2014, p. 2) Descriptive language is used to create a vivid image of the sunset, appealing to our sense of sight. (c) Example 3: "The smell of freshly cut grass filled the air, and the sun warmed Josh's face like a giant hair dryer." (Korman, 2014, p. 11) Sensory language is used to describe the smell of freshly cut grass and the warmth of the sun on Josh's face. (d) Example 4: "The sneakers were as smooth as butter, and Josh could feel the energy building up in his legs." (Korman, 2014, p. 27) Descriptive language is used to describe the texture of the sneakers and the sensation of energy building up in Josh's legs. (e) Example 5: "The crowd roared like a jumbo jet taking off, and Josh felt his heart thumping in his chest like a bass drum." (Korman, 2014, p. 118) Sensory language is used to describe the sound of the crowd and the feeling of Josh's heartbeat.