Material of writing last week was interesting
because classmates were very enthusiastic, when discussing about types of
paragraph. Actually, before this class I had known and understand about types
of paragraph in Senior high school, but it did not detail than in writing
class. In writing class, I had gotten everything
about types of paragraph, such as: narration, description, definition,
comparison and persuasion.
Narration
is Paragraphs written as a narration
are a chronological presentation of events that add up to a story. Paragraphs
of this type contain characters, setting, conflict and resolution.
Description
is Descriptive type of paragraphs are written in such a way
that the reader is able to imagine the scene, object, person, etc. Series of
detailed observations are recorded, using sensory language. Descriptions are
like narrative paragraphs, with visual characteristics unfolding in a dramative
way. The main objective of a description is to move the story ahead.
Definition is Definition type of paragraphs, provide the meaning,
using events and happenings. A strong effort should be made to clearly explain
what something is, and not what it is not.
Comparison is The objective of paragraphs written in comparison style
is to compare, two or more objects, characters, events etc. A chart can be
prepared before writing a comparison paragraph. This chart could include the
names of the items compared, and the criteria by which they are compared.
Persuasion is The objective of a persuasive paragraph is to persuade
people to change their minds, or take action. Persuasive paragraphs help people
formulate an opinion and deepen it, by adding conviction.
But, sometimes I confused when finding some types of
paragraphs, because there are some paragraphs which is the first sentence shows
the characteristic of definition paragraph but, the next sentences are
different.
Is there any suggestion, objection or question. Comment please, thanks in advance.
