Types & Parts of Essays

Based on the article "Top 5 Benefits of Social Media" and "The Downsides of Social Media," support a claim whether social is beneficial or harmful for teens. Use text evidence to support your claim.

• Informational Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Literary Analysis Essay

• Narrative Essay

Write a multi-paragraph response in which you analyze how the Dust Bowl affected individuals’ lives. In your writing, consider the physical, personal, and emotional impacts that this experience had on these individuals.

• Informational Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Literary Analysis Essay

• Narrative Essay

Write a multi-paragraph response in which you analyze the theme of the passage. Include details from the text to support your writing.

• Informational Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Literary Analysis Essay

• Narrative Essay

Write a multi-paragraph response in which you analyze why the Mars Rover was important for scientific research.

• Informational Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Literary Analysis Essay

• Narrative Essay

Does playing video games significantly affect health? Write a multi-paragraph essay in which you make and support a claim about whether or not playing video games significantly affect physical health.

• Informational Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Literary Analysis Essay

What is the purpose of the introduction in an essay?

• To provide necessary background information

• To establish the writer's credibility

• To define key terms

• All of the above

What is NOT a good way to start your essay?

• A question that piques the reader's curiosity

• An interesting anecdote or story.

• A personal reason for writing the essay

• A relevant quote that sheds light on the issue.

The paragraphs of an essay that serve as support.

• Introductions

• Thesis Statements

• Body Paragraphs

• Conclusions

How does a thesis statement function in an explanatory essay?

• It argues the writer's point of view

• It lists all the sources that will be used

• It outlines the main points of the explanation

• It provides a detailed analysis of the topic

If you are taking sides and are pro or con in order to influence somebody's opinion or action, you are writing a _____________________ essay.

• expository

• reflective

• narrative

• persuasive