PARCC ELA - Grade 10: Types of Essays - Videos & Lessons

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Discover new details and review information you already know about different types of essays by getting help from us. We have created a unique chapter, which will help you get ready for the PARCC ELA Grade 10 exam.

PARCC ELA - Grade 10: Types of Essays - Chapter Summary

Different types of essays will be outlined in the lessons in this chapter. Review this information to pick up important skills that will be needed for the exam. The following topics will be covered in this chapter:

Examples and definition of a narrative essay
Characteristics of a descriptive essay
Informative essay definition and examples
Examples of evaluative essays
Components of a persuasive essay

In order to remember important details about the different kinds of essays, you can go through each lesson we have put together for you. They are interactive and effective for helping you learn the right materials for the exam.

PARCC ELA - Grade 10: Types of Essays Chapter Objectives

The PARCC ELA Grade 10 test was created to help you check your skills and understanding of different content areas. The information discussed in this chapter is included on the writing portion of the exam. Multiple-choice questions will be on the test, and you will have to use your analytical skills to answer them correctly. Passing this part of the exam is possible if you remember what the different types of essays look like, which is achievable if you pay attention throughout each lesson.

5 Lessons in Chapter 11: PARCC ELA - Grade 10: Types of Essays

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1. Narrative Essay: Definition, Examples & Characteristics

Essays come in many forms. In this lesson, you'll learn all about a narrative essay, from its basic definition to the key characteristics that make for an engaging and effective essay.

2. Descriptive Essay: Definition, Examples & Characteristics

A descriptive essay allows you to paint a picture for your reader in words. Watch this video to learn more about the techniques and elements that can help you fill the picture with lots of great details.

3. Informative Essay: Definition, Examples & Structure

There are many ways to inform your reader on a topic, from comparing and contrasting to providing a simple definition. Watch this lesson to learn about informative essays and how they educate readers through different formats.

4. Components of Writing a Persuasive Essay

In this lesson, we will define persuasive writing, look at the different goals of a persuasive essay, and then discuss how to plan and develop a persuasive topic.

5. Evaluative Essay: Examples, Format & Characteristics

A good evaluative essay helps a writer present an opinion using criteria and evidence. Learn all about the evaluative essay and its components in this lesson.

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