Week 01 – Day 2: Introduction to the Writing Process

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    Welcome to Grade 7: Introduction to Writing. This introductory lesson provides an overview of the six main types of writing: narrative, descriptive, expository, persuasive, reflective, and analytical. Students will be introduced to the purpose and general features of each category, laying the groundwork for deeper exploration in future lessons. While this session will not involve writing practice or in-depth analysis, it is designed to help students recognize and understand the distinct purposes of each type of composition. This foundation will support the development of writing skills throughout the course.

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    By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:​
    1. Identify and describe different categories of composition.​
    2. Differentiate between formal and creative writing.​
    3. Apply knowledge of composition types to short writing exercises.​

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    This pre-quiz is a quick way to see what you already know about composition and the different types of writing. It helps introduce the topic and gives a starting point for learning about how writing can be organized and used for different purposes. Your response will help guide the lesson and show what areas we can focus on together.

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  • Select activity How to write a composition

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  • Select activity 4 Common types of Essays you need to know

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  • Select activity Types of Essays you need to Know

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    Quiz 1

    This quiz assesses your understanding of the key types of writing: narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative. You will demonstrate your ability to identify the purpose, structure, and key features of each writing style through multiple-choice and short-answer questions. The goal is to help you recognize the differences among these writing types and how they are used to communicate ideas effectively in different contexts.

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    This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the distinctions between key types of writing, including narrative, descriptive, argumentative and expository. You will demonstrate your knowledge through multiple-choice questions that evaluate your ability to recognize each writing style and its unique features. The purpose of this assessment is to measure your ability to identify and analyze different modes of writing in an academic context.

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    The take-home assignment requires you to apply your understanding of the four major types of writing—narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative—by composing a short piece in one selected style. You will be expected to demonstrate clear organization, appropriate tone and style, and effective use of supporting details or evidence. This assignment emphasizes your ability to write purposefully for a specific audience and communicate ideas with clarity and coherence.

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    Use this self-assessment to reflect on what you’ve learned about the different types of composition. Think about which styles you understand well and which ones you’d like to improve. This activity isn’t graded—it’s just a tool to help you track your progress and set personal writing goals.