Writing Genres Web Pursuit

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A genre is a particular style of writing that serves a particular purpose. The narrative genre is used to tell a story that engages and moves readers. The expository genre is used to explain a topic to readers. The persuasive genre is used to convince readers to agree with your position on an issue.

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Web Sites

You can use the Web to learn more about the three main genres of writing. Read the questions below before you begin. You can find the information you need to respond to the questions on these Web sites.

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Narrative Writing

Narrative Writing. This Web site provides a thorough overview of narrative writing and links to other Web resources. You can learn how to use narrative writing to understand other points of view.

Narrative Essays. This Web site is a good introduction to the narrative genre. It describes the main characteristics of narrative writing and provides an example.

Narrative Building Blocks. This Web site provides a thorough overview of the elements of narrative writing, such as characters, setting, plot, theme, and point of view. You can write more descriptive and engaging narratives when you understand how to use these elements.

Narrative Essay. This Web site summarizes the characteristics and conventions of narrative writing.

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Expository Writing

Expository Writing. This Web site provides a thorough overview of expository writing and links to other Web resources. You can learn about different types of expository writing that can help you explain particular topics more effectively.

You Got Some 'Splaining to Do, Lucy: Exposition. This Web site explains five different types of expository writing; cause and effect, classify and divide, compare and contrast, definition, and process.

Writing Workshop: Research Paper. This workshop walks you through the process of writing an expository research paper. The writing process helps make sure that you explain your topic thoroughly.

Expository Essay. This site provides a good summary of the characteristics of persuasive essays and strategies for expository writing.

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Persuasive Writing

Persuasive Writing. This Web site provides a thorough overview of persuasive writing and links to other Web resources. You can learn about different strategies for making a convincing argument by appealing to emotion, ethics, and reason.

Why Not See It My Way?: Persuasion and Argumentation. This Web site explains different strategies for persuasive writing. Most persuasive writing appeals to reason, ethics, or emotion. Your writing is more persuasive when you recognize other points of view and make sure your logic is not faulty.

Writing Workshop: Persuasive Writing. This workshop walks you through the process of writing a persuasive essay. The writing process helps make sure your essay includes everything it needs to be persuasive.

Persuasive Essay. This site provides a good summary of the characteristics of persuasive essays and strategies for persuasive writing.

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