Which term describes a purpose that uses sensory, descriptive language to tell about a topic?

• A. To Describe
• B. To Explain
• C. Genre
• D. Audience

Answer: (A)

When a piece aims to convey what something looks, sounds, feels, smells, or tastes like, the purpose is to describe. Descriptive writing uses sensory language to create a vivid image in the reader’s mind, helping them picture the subject as if they were experiencing it firsthand.

That’s why this option fits best: it focuses on painting a clear picture through details about the senses. Explaining, on the other hand, would focus on reasons, causes, or how something works rather than on sensory imagery. Genre refers to the category of writing (like fiction or nonfiction), not the purpose of describing. Audience is about who the writing is for, not the intent to describe.