TELLING BY USING PASSIVE VERBS The day was warm and sunny. (Showing: Tessa dashed for the oak tree’s cool shade.) Professor Clark was plainly impatient. (Showing: Professor Clark stood at the front of the classroom, tapping a foot and frowning.) When she saw him standing there, she was alarmed. (Showing: There he stood. Her hands went cold.)
I love any teacher who gives examples to illustrate a point and help us understand in application.
