SAT English Practice Question

To give the reader an accurate picture of the writer’s experience, a writer should use language that is vivid and specific. A good writer will avoid using vague or general terms. The writer in this passage accomplishes this goal by providing details that appeal to the reader’s senses. For example, the writer describes the scent of the wood, the feel of the paper, and the sound of the wind. What is the main idea of this paragraph?

1. A.the importance of using vivid language in writing.
2. B.the different ways that writers can use language.
3. C.the importance of providing details that appeal to the reader’s senses.
4. D.the challenges that writers face when trying to create an accurate picture of their experience.