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Writing that uses vivid sensory words to create a picture in the reader’s mind.
Description
Writing that tells how things are alike and different
comparison and contrast
Writing that answers “Why did it happen?” and “What happened as a result?”
Cause and effect
Writing that explains what a term means.
definition
Writing that arranges events in time order.
Narration
Writing that presents an issue and gives possible answers.
Problem and solution
Writing that explains steps on how to do something.
Process analysis
Writing that divides a topic into categories or groups.
Classification
Writing that gives evidence and reasons to convince the reader.
Persuasion
Writing that uses examples to clarify ideas.
Exemplification
“Life is like a roller coaster” is an example of:
comparison and contrast
the central thought or the “big message” of the paragraph
Main Idea
It explain, prove, or describe the main idea.
Supporting Details
use of cohesive devices such as conjunctions, pronouns, transition signals (e.g., moreover, however, therefore).
Cohesion
logical arrangement, and clarity of ideas.
Coherence
Present the main idea or thesis statement
Introduction
