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What is the primary purpose of a narrative essay?

To persuade the reader

To inform or explain

To tell a story (correct)

To be intimate with the readers

What distinguishes a persuasive essay from a personal essay?

Persuasive essay is intimate with the readers

Persuasive essay aims to change the reader's mind (correct)

Personal essay is about informing or explaining

Personal essay tells a story

How does an expository essay differ from a personal essay?

Personal essay is intimate with the readers

Personal essay aims to change the reader's mind

Expository essay is about informing or explaining (correct)

Expository essay tells a story

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Essay Types and Their Purposes

The primary purpose of a narrative essay is to tell a story or recount an experience.

Comparing Essay Types

A persuasive essay is distinct from a personal essay in that it aims to convince the reader of a particular point of view or to take a specific action.
An expository essay differs from a personal essay in that it aims to explain or describe a topic, often providing information and facts, whereas a personal essay is more reflective and focused on the writer's personal experiences and emotions.

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Test your knowledge of different types of essays with this quiz! From personal and expository essays to narrative and persuasive/argumentative essays, see how well you understand the purposes and characteristics of each type.