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Types of Writing Explained

The document outlines four types of writing: expository, persuasive, narrative, and descriptive. It provides definitions for each type and includes examples for identification. The examples illustrate the application of each writing style in various contexts.

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Types of Writing Explained

The document outlines four types of writing: expository, persuasive, narrative, and descriptive. It provides definitions for each type and includes examples for identification. The examples illustrate the application of each writing style in various contexts.

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4 Types of Writing

• Expository – Writing in which author’s purpose is to inform or explain the subject to the
reader.
• Persuasive – Writing that states the opinion of the writer and attempts to influence the
reader.
• Narrative – Writing in which the author tells a story. The story could be fact or fiction.
• Descriptive – A type of expository writing that uses the five senses to paint a picture for
the reader. This writing incorporates imagery and specific details.

Identify which type of writing is being described.

1. ______________ A story about the time you got lost at Disneyland.

2. ______________ A web page telling how to set up your firestick tv.

3. ______________ The Harry Potter books.

4. ______________ A letter to the Prime Minister explaining why the VAT increase is a bad idea.

5. ______________ Writing in which you record details of a trip taken to the Ardastra Gardens Zoo.

6. ______________ An essay discussing a theme from the book Wonder.

7. ______________ A newspaper article attempting to convince readers to boycott a fast-food restaurant.

8. ______________ A poem about the sights and sounds of junkanoo.

9. ______________ A flyer outlining weekly vaccination progress by islands.

10. ______________ A brochure advertising a luxury hotel and resort.

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