Show Don't Tell - Word Choice, and More! Grade  ...

Parth gasped as his pet cat jumped onto her bed — the same cat that had been missing for two whole days! His eyes widened and his mouth formed a big “O.”

Chinmay’s heart thumped like a drum as he stepped into the dark storeroom. He gripped the torch tighter, his eyes darting at every flicker of shadow.

Sharanya’s eyes sparkled as she waved her report card high above her head. “I got full marks in English!” she shouted, hopping around the living room while her parents clapped.

Everyone burst into laughter when Elina tripped on stage. Her cheeks turned bright red, and she quickly covered her face and hurried off.

Reyansh’s fists tightened, and his face turned crimson when his younger brother knocked down his Lego tower that he had been building for hours.

Which one is a more powerful way to write: The movie Kantara was GOOD.

Raghav crossed his arms and frowned when his friends didn’t pass the ball to him. His eyebrows furrowed and he kicked the ground hard.

Tvisha rubbed her eyes and yawned for the fifth time. She rested her chin on her notebook, struggling to keep her eyes open after staying up late for a wedding.

What is a good writing for the word "thrilled"?

Asmee stood at the front of the class, clutching her cue cards. Her voice trembled, and she avoided looking up as the whole class watched her.

Kaiwalya felt his palms grow sweaty as he heard his name called for the elocution competition. He took a deep breath and walked up to the microphone, heart pounding.

Aaradhya's lips trembled, and tears rolled down her cheeks when her boon companion Elina moved to another city.

What is a good writing for "Show, Don't Tell for the word bored?

Lavik shivered as the wind howled. He rubbed his hands together and buried his face inside his muffler while waiting for the school bus.