I think all of the above -
When reviewing a narrative essay, you should look for sensory details.
Imagery is used in poetry to help the writing appeal to the senses.
Imagery, a mental picture that literature creates for readers with certain uses of language, can help do so, and it is among the most powerful tools a writer has for imprinting a vivid picture in the reader's mind. By examining the elements of a short story where imagery often creates clarity, you can better understand why imagery is such an essential part of writing a truly great short story.
