To inform

To persuade

To entertain

To express oneself

Expository, persuasive, and narrative

Descriptive, analytical, and argumentative

Personal, reflective, and critical

Scientific, historical, and philosophical

Expository essays inform the reader, while persuasive essays persuade the reader.

Expository essays are longer than persuasive essays.

Expository essays use more formal language than persuasive essays.

Expository essays are more difficult to write than persuasive essays.

Narrative essays tell a story, while expository essays explain a topic.

Narrative essays are shorter than expository essays.

Narrative essays use more informal language than expository essays.

Narrative essays are more difficult to write than expository essays.

Personal experiences

Current events

Historical events

Literary works

Scientific discoveries

A strong thesis statement

Well-developed paragraphs

A clear and concise writing style

Proper grammar and punctuation

All of the above

Brainstorm ideas

Develop a thesis statement

Create an outline

Write a rough draft

Revise and edit your essay

All of the above

By raising awareness of important issues

By persuading people to take action

By providing a platform for people to share their stories

By all of the above

The Declaration of Independence

The Gettysburg Address

Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech

Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring"

All of the above

Choose a topic that you are passionate about.

Do your research and make sure you have a strong understanding of the issue.

Develop a clear and concise thesis statement.

Use evidence to support your arguments.

Write in a clear and engaging style.

All of the above

Choosing a topic that is too broad or too narrow.

Not having enough research to support your arguments.

Developing a thesis statement that is too vague or too specific.

Using evidence that is not credible or relevant.

Writing in a style that is too technical or too informal.

All of the above

Choose a topic that you are passionate about and that you know something about.

Do your research and make sure you have a strong understanding of the issue.

Develop a clear and concise thesis statement that is specific and arguable.

Use evidence that is credible and relevant to support your arguments.

Write in a clear and engaging style that is appropriate for your audience.

All of the above

You can raise awareness of an important issue.

You can persuade people to take action.

You can provide a platform for people to share their stories.

You can make a difference in the world.

All of the above

Submit your essay to a literary magazine or journal.

Publish your essay on a blog or website.

Share your essay on social media.

All of the above

Be passionate about your topic.

Do your research.

Develop a clear and concise thesis statement.

Use evidence to support your arguments.

Write in a clear and engaging style.

All of the above