TYPES OF PARAGRAPHS

What is the main purpose of a descriptive paragraph?

• To tell a story

• To give instructions

• To describe something in detail

• To change someone’s opinion

A narrative paragraph shares facts and explains how something works.

• True
• False

A __________ paragraph tries to convince the reader to agree with your point of view.

Which paragraph type would most likely include step-by-step instructions?

• Narrative

• Expository

• Persuasive

• Descriptive

A descriptive paragraph uses the five senses to help the reader imagine something.

• True
• False

Which of these is an example of a narrative paragraph?

• “The giraffe is the tallest land animal in the world.”

• “I still remember the day I got my first dog…”

• “Dogs are better than cats because they are loyal.”

• “A giraffe has a long neck and patterned fur.”

An expository paragraph is written to __________ or inform the reader.

Which sentence best fits in a persuasive paragraph?

• “I walked slowly through the forest, feeling the cool wind.”

• “Studies show that children who read often do better at school.”

• “The giraffe's neck helps it reach high leaves in trees.”

• “It was a bright sunny day when we left for the beach.”

Descriptive paragraphs always include opinions.

• True
• False

Which paragraph type is best for explaining how a volcano erupts?

• Narrative

• Descriptive

• Expository

• Persuasive