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Writing in Context

Author: Martina Shabram

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Terms to Know
Argumentative Mode

Writing that takes a clear position on a debatable question and backs up claims with evidence and reasoning.

Descriptive Mode

Writing that provides details concerning a specific person, place, or thing.

Informative Mode

Writing designed to inform, describe, or explain.

Modes

Different types of writing which have different purposes, including the descriptive mode, narrative mode, informative mode, and argumentative mode.

Narrative Mode

Writing that is driven by a story.