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1 There is an insect on your character’s skin. Which insect is it? What does the insect do? How does your character react?

2 You’re at the beach. Write a story about the visit. How does the sand feel on your toes? What temperature is the water? What sensations do you feel as you walk barefoot along the rocks? Are you worried about stepping on jellyfish or crabs? Does the sand stick to your skin after putting sunscreen on?

 Your character is at a carnival. He arrives at a booth with a box

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