Types of Essays Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is an expository essay?

An essay that describes personal experiences

An essay that requires investigation, evaluation of evidence, and argumentation (correct)

An essay that compares and contrasts two subjects

An essay that persuades the reader to agree with a point of view

What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?

To get the reader to agree with your point of view

Define an analytical essay.

A type of academic writing that separates facts for better understanding and discusses their meaning.

Which statement is true about an argumentative essay?

It requires the writer to investigate a topic and establish a position. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a narrative essay?

It is a story about a personal experience. Signup and view all the answers

What is a descriptive essay?

An essay that describes an object, person, place, or experience. Signup and view all the answers

What does a compare and contrast essay do?

It explains ways in which two subjects are similar or different. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Essays

Expository Essay: Investigates an idea, evaluates evidence, and presents an argument clearly and concisely.
Persuasive Essay: Aims to convince the reader to adopt a specific point of view using arguments, research, and ideas to sway opinions.
Analytical Essay: Breaks down facts for easier understanding, discusses their meanings, and concludes with a persuasive argument based on analysis.
Argumentative Essay: Involves investigating a topic, gathering and assessing evidence, and establishing a clear position, often confused with expository essays.
Narrative Essay: A personal story that explores an individual's experiences and insights, enhancing self-understanding through storytelling.
Descriptive Essay: Focuses on describing a person, place, object, or experience, fostering creativity in written accounts of particular moments.
Compare and Contrast Essay: Explores similarities and differences between two or more subjects, emphasizing comparative analysis.

Description

Explore different types of essays through these informative flashcards. Each card provides a definition and examples to help you understand and differentiate between expository and persuasive essays. Ideal for students seeking to enhance their writing skills.