Types of Writing

Which type of writing is featured in the following sentence? "You should drink a glass of milk at each meal to build healthy bones."

• Persuasive writing

• Informative writing

• Descriptive writing

• Narrative writing

Which type of writing is featured in the following sentence: "In order to solve an algebra problem, you must isolate the variable on one side of the equation."

• Persuasive writing

• Informative writing

• Descriptive writing

• Narrative writing

Which of the following sentences is an example of descriptive writing?

• Cold weather is good for you. A brisk walk can change your mood.

• The air was so cold that my damp hair froze and my nose burned.

• I never get cold.

• To avoid the cold, it's best to wear a hat and gloves.

What is the goal of opinion writing?

• To tell a story

• To tell about something

• To write about a topic

• To convince or persuade about a topic

What is the goal of informative writing?

• To tell a story

• To convince someone about a topic

• To share information about a topic

• To tell about something in detail

1. What is the goal of narrative writing?

• To describe something

• To tell a story

• To inform a reader or explain a topic

• To convince or persuade someone about a topic

A journal entry telling the story of the day I got my first puppy is an example of what type of writing?

• Informative/Explanatory

• Narrative

• Opinion

A writing piece that covers the history of the Olympic sport of curling is an example of what type of writing?

• Narrative

• Opinion

• Informative/Explanatory

What type of sentence is this?

"I believe that chocolate is the best candy."

• Narrative

• Opinion

• Informative

What type of sentence is this?

"There once was a talking bear that lived in the woods."

• Narrative

• Opinion

• Informative