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Do Now: List four reasons to write an essay?
Aim: How do we discuss the purpose and structure of an essay?
PersuasionYou are often asked to write an essay
persuading someone to do or think as you do.
When writing a persuasive essay consider:A. AudienceB. IssueC. ReasonsD. Opening Sentences
Why are these four things important to consider when writing a persuasive essay?
NarrationYou are often asked to write an essay that tells a
story. Note: This is not creative writing.
When writing a persuasive essay consider:A. Person (S)B. EventsC. Sequence
Why are these three things important to consider when writing a narrative essay?
What do you think is the definition of a personal narrative?
DescriptionYou may be asked to write an essay that helps
your audience to picture a person, place or situation.
When writing a descriptive essay consider:A. AudienceB. DetailsC. Examples
Why are these three things important to consider when writing a descriptive essay?
ExplanationYou may be asked to write a composition in
which you explain something.
When writing a explanation or expositive essay consider:A. SituationB. ReasonsC. ExplanationD. Organization
Why are these four things important to consider when writing a Expositive essay?
Sequence/Organization1. Chronological
2. Sequential
3. Spatial
4. Cause and effect
5. Definition