Types of Text

Types of Text

1. Narrative

   • Tells a story with a plot, characters, setting, and a sequence of events
     • Short stories, novels, biographies, and memoirs.

2. Descriptive

   • Uses sensory details to describe a person, place, or thing.
     • Poetry and travel guides. Recreating a picture, moment, thing...

3. Expository

   • Explains, informs, or defines a topic using facts and evidence.
     • Textbooks, news articles, and informational books.

4. Argumentative

   • Aims to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.
     • Thesis / Argumentation / Persuasion