Types of Expository Writing
There are four basic categories or types of expository writing. This type of writing gives the reader information or explains something about someone or something.
The four categories of expository writing are as follows:
1. Informative
2. Directions
3. Opinions
4. Persuasion
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Informative Reports Informative speeches Research Poetry Brochures Introductions Teaching Presentations Memoirs Messages Biographies Experiments Testimonies Itinerarie
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Directions How-to paragraphs Recipes Travel directions Instructions Projects Game rules Explanations Coaching Patterns Schedules Commands Drills Orders Tutoring |
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Opinions Personal Opinions Reviews Comparisons Value judgements Speeches Poetry Greeting Cards Complaints Recommendations Suggestions |
Persuasion Debates Courtroom Scenes Political Rallies Discussions with Parents Sales-Pitches Advertising Travel brochures Mediation Peacemaking Job Interviews Coaching Critiquing Self-Defense Invitations |
Expository Essay Outline
Find a suggested expository essay outline below. This can be used as a starting point. Ensure that you have brainstormed your topic effectively and have sufficient material on hand which will assist you in supporting your main ideas. Read more>>>
Definition of a Thesis Statement
A thesis statement briefly and clearly informs the reader what the piece is all about. It sets an expectation of what is to follow. The Oxford dictionary defines it as follows: “an opinion that is discussed in a logical way and presented with evidence in order to prove that it is true.” A strong start gives the piece value and hooks the reader right in. Read more>>>
Definition of a Thesis Statement
A thesis statement briefly and clearly informs the reader what the piece is all about. It sets an expectation of what is to follow. The Oxford dictionary defines it as follows: “an opinion that is discussed in a logical way and presented with evidence in order to prove that it is true.” A strong start gives the piece value and hooks the reader right in. Read more>>>
Choosing the right essay topic.
Finding and choosing the right creative writing topics is often the most challenging.Before we can write we need to have something to write about. John Dewey stated it perfectly when he said there is a big difference between “having to say something and having something to say.” So how do we go about finding the right topics? Read more>>>
Resources
Razzle Dazzle Writing: Achieving Excellence Through 50 Target Skills
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