Different Writing Genres

Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.

Do you think school uniforms are a good idea or a bad idea? Explain your answer by writing at least three good reasons.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.

Imagine that the zoo has closed and you have been locked inside. What will you do all night? How will you finally get out? Write a story about your adventure.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.

Think of ways for students to stay healthy. Tell what a student should and should not do to stay healthy.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

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A friend from school will be coming to your house for the first time. Write directions from the school to your house.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

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You read an article about Dolphins. What did you learn about their eating habits? Please explain.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.

Is a cat or a dog a better pet? Give at least three good reasons to support your answer.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

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Tell about a time you did something kind for someone or someone did something kind for you.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.

Imagine that the zoo has closed and you have been locked inside. What will you do all night? How will you finally get out? Write a story about your adventure.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.

Research and write about the similarities and differences between frogs and toads.

• Opinion

• Informative

• Narrative

Check characteristics of narrative writing.

• tries to win an argument

• tells a story

• can be real or imagined

• usually has a beginning, middle, and end