Definitions
In this type of writing, the author tries to convince the reader that their opinion is correct.
Persuasive writing
Your history textbook
Expository writing
This type of writing includes characters and a story.
Narrative writing
A pizza review posted on the Internet
Persuasive writing
Should school uniforms be required for students? Explain your position. Write an essay in which you agree or disagree with this question.
Persuasive writing
In this type of writing, the author tries to entertain the reader.
Narrative writing
A speech read by a politician before an election
Persuasive writing
This type of writing might include directions
Expository writing
The directions that come with a video game
Expository writing
What led to the Covid-19 Pandemic?
Expository writing
In this type of writing, the author informs the reader about a topic.
Expository writing
The Outsiders
Narrative writing
You might hear this as a speech
Persuasive writing
Movie script
Narrative writing
Imagine you wake up on the moon. What happens next? Tell about your experience.
Narrative writing
This type of writing is based only on facts that can be proven.
Expository writing
An instruction manual for how to build a bookshelf
Expository writing
People read this type of writing for fun
Narrative writing
Newspaper article
Expository writing
How do you fix a broken bike wheel?
Expository writing - process
This type of writing is based on what the author believes.
Persuasive writing
A movie review
People read this type of writing to learn
Expository writing
Book report
Expository writing
Should kids have homework? State an opinion about whether you are for or against. Support your answer with evidence.
Persuasive writing