List 11 - Alex Flashcards
DEFINITION: depict (someone or something) in a work of art or literature.
EXAMPLE: the author wanted to portray a new type of hero.
Portray
DEFINITION: strengthen or support, esp. with additional personnel or material.
EXAMPLE: paratroopers were sent to reinforce the troops already in the area
Reinforce
DEFINITION: The expository essay is a genre of essay that requires the student to investigate an idea, evaluate evidence, expound on the idea, and set forth an argument concerning that idea in a clear and concise manner
EXAMPLE: An expository essay is a piece of writing where the writer presents opinions, points of view, ideas, concepts, arguments on a particular topic.
Expository Essay
DEFINITION: In a narrative essay you tell a story, but you also make a point. So, it is like a story told for a reason. Narrative Essays:
EXAMPLE: To Tell a Story.
Narrative Essay
DEFINITION: In this kind of essay, we not only give information but also present an argument with the PROS (supporting ideas) and CONS (opposing ideas) of an argumentative issue.
EXAMPLE: We should clearly take our stand and write as if we are trying to persuade an opposing audience to adopt new beliefs or behavior.
Persuasive Essay