Example of a Narrative Paragraph

Definitions and Examples of Different Kind of Paragraphs

Apr 2, 2009 Daria Przybyla

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A definition, example, and sample analysis of a narrative paragraph.

Narrative paragraph is one of the seven types of paragraphs. It differs from others in its use of
informal language and lack of descriptive analysis – all information is contained in action
determined by predicates, mode, and pace of the story.

What Is a Narrative Paragraph?

Narration paragraphs are most distinctively used in fiction. As such, they will contain all
necessary components of action development: protagonist, setting, goal, obstacle, climax and
resolution. Writing a narration paragraph requires, consequently, sequential order and
chronology. There are many descriptive elements included into the body of a narration paragraph
but, if composed correctly, the paragraph will feature much more action than depiction.

Example of a Narrative Paragraph

Read the following sample narrative paragraph, and pay attention to its construction:

Larry suddenly woke up from a deep sleep. The sun was dazzling his half-open eyes, and he
couldn’t figure out what time it was. The door to his room was closed; the house was immersed
in some sort of reckless silence. He slowly got out of his bed and approached the bench right
next to the window. For a moment, he thought, he heard a tapping sound coming from the attic.
Then again he heard the sound, only this time it seemed to be somewhat closer. He looked
outside the window and saw a man going by the left side of the road. On seeing Larry, the man
approached his garden’s fence and whistled. At this point, Larry recognized Nick and waved his
hand. He quickly got dressed and was about the get down to open the gate, but he again heard
someone murmuring in the other part of the house. Larry decided to go to the attic and see what
was causing this, now buzzing, sound. He got to the second floor of his house and looked toward
the attic. He quickly opened its door and looked inside. Nothing was found. He was about to turn
back and attend to his guest when he, suddenly, slipped on the stairs and fell. He called out to
Nick to help him get up.
Read on

• Example of a Classification Paragraph

• Example of a Definition Paragraph
• Example of an Expository Paragraph

Elements of a Narrative Paragraph

Narrative paragraphs contain several regular elements:

• Protagonist – in the above paragraph, the protagonist is Larry who is introduced at the
very beginning of the story;
• Setting – Larry’s house is the setting. From the paragraph, reader can learn about his
bedroom (where he woke up), it is also clear that it’s a two-storey house with an attic,
and a fenced garden;
• Goal – the goal of the story is Nick visiting Larry;
• Obstacle – what stops Larry from coming down, and earlier on, from concentrating on
getting dressed are repeating bizarre sounds coming from all parts of the house;
• Climax – Larry trying to check what was causing the sound;
• Resolution – Larry falls from the stairs and calls out to Nick to help him get up.

Narrative paragraphs don’t need to be chronological. Action can use flashbacks and retrospection
in order to move the story forward.

In order to write good paragraphs, you need to know how paragraphs are constructed and what
types of paragraphs can be used in writing. Check out the Writing Paragraphs section for full
information on the subject-matter.

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Example of an Expository Paragraph

Definitions and Examples of Different Kind of Paragraphs
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A definition, example, and sample analysis of an exposition paragraph.
Exposition paragraph is one of the seven types of paragraphs. It stresses the importance of
formal, academic language use, focuses on evidence, cites authority, and provides useful
information or advice. Expository paragraphs are used, predominantly, not separately but as parts
of larger academic writing forms. Situated in-between other paragraphs, they allow of
elaborating on a somewhat unclear – yet particularly crucial issue.

What Is an Expository Paragraph?

Often times, this kind of a paragraph is used as a component of other types. It’s created in order
to clarify or explain a problem or a phenomenon. Writing exposition paragraphs requires strict
focus on evidence and objective language. It can contain elements of comparison and contrast or
cause and effect writing - both facilitate accurate exposition of its subject-matter.

Example of an Expository Paragraph

Read the following sample of an expository paragraph paying attention to clarity, objective third
person language, and instructional value:

A disease that causes chronic gastrological disorders, IBD, is envisioned in a spectrum of

severities. Cats can vomit heavily, and suffer from continuous diarrhea. Reasons for the disease
are yet unknown. Bacterial infections, gastrological irritation, lack of vitamins are often quoted
as factors contributing to the development of the disease. Veterinarians, treating IBD in cats,
usually prescribe medicine and advice on the dietary management as well as make surgical
choices. If untreated, IBD, can be fatal for cats. Research - conducted mostly by pet owners -
shows that a cat’s diet can be critical. Further research will include inspection of several
vaccines. So far, grain-free, raw meat diet has already proved to be largely beneficial.

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• Seven Types of Paragraphs

• Example of a Definition Paragraph
• Example of a Process Analysis Paragraph

Expository paragraph, apart from explaining how something works or occurs, uses formal
language containing domain-specific terms, and provides essential examples as well as
comparisons.

Elements of an Expository Paragraph

Expository paragraphs contain the following elements:

• Formal language – third person voice and scientific terms are used instead of informal,
emotive vocabulary;
• Evidence – includes references to research, naming of the author(s) of the inquiry,
practical examples, and comparisons;
• Explanation – the paragraph accounts for the variety of ailments characteristic of a
disease explaining the risks and symptoms;
• Background information – the paragraph relates to already conducted researches and their
preliminary results as well as provides information on further medical inquiry. It also
gives examples of possible medical interventions;

In order to write good paragraphs, you need to know how paragraphs are constructed and what
types of paragraphs can be used in writing. Check out the Writing Paragraphs section for full
information on the subject-matter.

Example of a Description Paragraph

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A definition, example, and sample analysis of a description paragraph.

Description paragraph is one of the seven types of paragraphs. It serves providing a

comprehensive background to any essential elements of one’s subject of writing. It helps to
define, exemplify, and situate thoughts, objects, or ideas in proper contexts and, even more
importantly, attribute their crucial functions to the context in which they appear.

What Is a Description Paragraph?

Preferably, description paragraphs should concentrate on action (verbs), rather than sensations
(adverbs and adjectives). Writers should assume the role of readers whose idea of the described
events is, in entirety, constructed by the paragraph content. Description paragraphs should be
detailed, clear, and render the represented reality chronologically. Rather than providing advice,
descriptive paragraphs ought to focus on essential information that is presented in a step-by-step
manner.

Example of a Description Paragraph

Read the following sample of a description paragraph and pay attention to the way in which
information is provided – how the thought described in the paragraph unfolds. Also, pay
attention to the informative content comprised in the fragment below:

Writers commit plagiarism every time they reword sources without crediting original authors or
fail to reference their sources appropriately. Plagiarism through paraphrasing can happen in
two cases. First, writer may choose to substitute some words from the original with different
vocabulary, rearrange words, or rearrange the whole paragraph. In this way, he or she presents
stolen information expressing it with his or her own words. And second, writer may try to use
exactly the same vocabulary and stylistic constructions and use them with respect to another
context. Plagiarism occurs in both cases.

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• Example of a Narrative Paragraph

• Seven Types of Paragraphs
• Example of a Definition Paragraph

Elements of a Description Paragraph

Descriptive paragraphs contain the following elements:

• Information – descriptive paragraphs describe ideas and things, as well as inform about
their functions;
• Context – in descriptive paragraphs, information is always contextualized. Moreover, the
context in which given piece of information is presented is also subject to description and
evaluation;
• Descriptive language – descriptive paragraphs use considerable amounts of vocabulary
that describes action (verbs), as well as vocabulary denoting value and attributes of thins
(nouns, adverbs, and adjectives).

In order to write good paragraphs, you need to know how paragraphs are constructed and what
types of paragraphs can be used in writing. Check out the Writing Paragraphs section for full
information on the subject-matter. Check out Academic Writing Skills section for more
information on the proper use of language in essays and paragraphs as well as try out several
interactive exercises.

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Persuasive paragraph

Persuasion means to convince someone that your opinion on a subject is the right one. There are
many forms of persuasion, you might not even know you are being persuaded. For example
advertisements are persuading you to buy a certain product. Or family is always trying to
convince you to do something or that they are always right.

It is important to consider the audience as your write persuasively. Directing your paragraph
toward a particular audience can be helpful. Consider what kind of evidence this audience would
respond to. When you take your audience into consideration, you will make your persuasive
paragraph more convincing.

Methods of Persuasion

• Facts- A statement of what is.

• Referring to authority- An expert who can be relied on to give unbiased facts and
information.
• Examples- An example should clearly relate to the argument and should be typical
enough to support it.
• Predicting the consequence- Helps the reader visualize what will occur if something does
or does not happen.
• Answering the opposition- Answering possible critics shows you are aware of the
opposing opinion and are able to respond to it.

Transitional Expressions for Persuasion Paragraphs

Give Reasons

• first (second, third)

• another, next
• last, finally
• because, since, for
• although

Answer the Opposition

• of course
• some may say
 • nevertheless
• on the other hand

Draw Conclusions

• therefore
• thus
• hence
• consequently

Turn in Poachers

Hunters, hikers, and park recreationalists should turn in poachers. Poachers are people who kill
animals illegally by hunting without a proper permit, or trespassing on someone’s property. Not
only is it cruel to leave an animal carcass lying out to rout, but it can also spread disease among
the other animals. It also brings up the price of hunting licenses for other hunters. That is why it
is important we turn poachers in. The first thing that can be done is calling 1-800-TIP-MONT.
When a call is placed, the operator will ask some questions. They ask where and when the event
happened, a physical appearance of the person or a vehicle description, and was their any
physical evidence left behind. So when you see this happening, either write it down on paper, or
just try to remember it. The second thing a person can do is try to get on the Internet. There you
can find out more information about what you need to do. If anyone sees one of these illegal acts
being done, now you know what to do to turn them in, and make Montana a better place for
everyone and everything.

Drunk Driving
by Zachary Hutton

People convicted of drunk driving should lose their licenses for one year.
People who know that driving drunk can bring forth consequences such as death
should be stopped, and losing a license for one year would not only be in the
best interest for that individual, but also for the lives
of those who could have been touchedin the wrong way.
First, even though it is the right of the American people
to do as we wish, we must still pay consequences for the
things we do wrong. To some driving is a privilege, for
not all people are able to drive. On the other hand, some
people think that driving is a right and abuse the
privilege by racing, driving recklessly, or by driving
drunk. Everyone who drives must take a test and pass it
before he or she is given a license; therefore, by
getting a license, the operator understands that driving
drunk is not tolerated. It is understandable that going
out and having some fun by consuming alcohol and partying can relieve stress,
but not having good sense beforehand and not knowing "when to say when" is
just plain stupid. When I drink alcoholic beverages I am responsible, and I
want everyone to be safe. Not letting someone drive you home could be the
worst mistake you may ever make. Having a young son, it would hurt me deeply
to know that he was killed by someone who could have had some common sense
about drinking and driving. Stopping someone for drunk driving then
suspending his or her license for one year may have an affect on the
individual. Driving drunk is not a game and it should not be tolerated at all.