Question

which sentences use description that holds the readers interest? check all that apply.

i packed my things and got on the bus.
i heard the pop and hiss of eggs in a pan coming from the kitchen.
i could tell that my friend was angry with me.
it was a cloudy day.
as i sped up, the pavement under my feet offered less and less resistance until i felt like i was flying.

Explanation:

Analyze sentence structure and sensory details

• "I packed my things and got on the bus." — Simple statement of action; lacks descriptive language or sensory details.
• "I heard the pop and hiss of eggs in a pan coming from the kitchen." — Uses auditory sensory details ("pop and hiss") to create a vivid, engaging image.
• "I could tell that my friend was angry with me." — Tells rather than shows; lacks descriptive imagery.
• "It was a cloudy day." — A generic, common description that does not actively engage interest.
• "As I sped up, the pavement under my feet offered less and less resistance until I felt like I was flying." — Uses dynamic physical sensations and figurative language ("felt like I was flying") to engage the reader.

Answer:

• I packed my things and got on the bus.
• I heard the pop and hiss of eggs in a pan coming from the kitchen. (Correct answer)
• I could tell that my friend was angry with me.
• It was a cloudy day.
• As I sped up, the pavement under my feet offered less and less resistance until I felt like I was flying. (Correct answer)