Category: Level 3 pages

Topic Selection If you have not been given a topic, select one that you are familiar with and comfortable writing about. Think about how you’ll use the techniques on the previous pages when deciding what...

Knowing how to use the rhetorical style of definition will help make your writing stronger in many disciplines. You may be asked to write short papers defining key concepts from class, or you may...

Definition Essay in a Nutshell When you write a definition essay, you use various techniques (denotation, connotation, enumeration, analogy, and negation) to extend the definition of the term, concept, or idea that you are...

Once you have decided on a topic, please keep the following in mind: Use the five senses in your essay Keep in mind that you want to include as much sensory detail as possible...

Topic Selection If you have not been given a topic, select one you know very well and can connect to by using your senses. Make sure that you can show the reader what you’re...

Knowing how to write with a descriptive style is going to help you with many essay types in many disciplines. Being able to add details that appeal to the senses of your readers and...

Description in a Nutshell  When writing description essays, keep in mind that you should use sensory details (taste, touch, smell, sight, sound) to make your essay come alive to the reader.  Avoid the trap...

The illustration essay is also known as an exemplification essay. Once you have gathered enough examples to support your thesis, keep the following in mind: You should only choose examples that are relevant to...

When your professor asks you to write an argumentative essay, you’ll often be given something specific to write about. For example, you may be asked to take a stand on an issue you have...

Topic Selection If you have not been given a topic, think about topics you’re interested in. Select one you’re able to verify with credible, academic sources, as professors will often make academic sources a...