Opinion, Informative/Explanatory, and Narrative Writing – Flashcards

The purpose of this type of writing is to increase the understanding of the reader

this writing is YOUR belief or what YOU feel is right

tells a story, usually from one person's viewpoint.

contains a beginning, plot, characters ,setting, climax, and ending

This type of writing is truthful or factual

this type of writing is not facts

The writer could compare/ contrast different people, places, or things; explain cause and effect of a topic; describe something; talk about a problem and its solution; or the sequence of something

There are 50 states in the United States. That is why there are 50 stars on the American flag. The 13 stripes represent the 13 original colonies.

It was a gorgeous summer day. I could smell flowers and hear bees buzzing. My brother, Alan, was outside mowing the grass. It had been a long, hard winter and I was very appreciative of the warmth of the sun on my face. I could not wait to enjoy the sunshine all day!

Tag-A-Longs are the best Girl Scout cookie in the world! I think they should be the only cookies they sell. There is no need for other cookies when you have these.