setting+development+statements


 * SETTING DEVELOPMENT STATEMENTS**

Sometimes it is just plain difficult to start writing. The following collection of statements can be mixed and matched to develop a writing recipe. These can be used to enhance the writing exercises for the previous setting activities. When you are ready follow the directions below to develop your own special description.

DIRECTIONS Pick any ten statements from the following list to create a paragraph on a setting of your choice. Use the Additional Details for Settings to help you write about your setting.

INTRODUCING A SETTING 1. Write one or more sentences of introduction explaining the location and the setting you will be writing about. 2. Write one or more sentences describing the time period in history you will be describing. 3. Write one or more sentences describing the first impressions you get when seeing your setting for the first time.

DESCRIPTIONS OF A SETTING THROUGHOUT A 24-HOUR DAY 4. Write one or more sentences describing your setting in the morning. 5. Write one or more sentences describing your setting in the afternoon. 6. Write one or more sentences describing your setting in the evening. 7. Write one or more sentences describing your setting at sunrise. 8. Write one or more sentences describing your setting at sunset. 9. Write one or more sentences describing your setting during a storm. 10. Write one or more sentences describing your setting after it rains.