A great essay topic idea is only the beginning; before you write a word, you need to choose what type of essay you’re going to write. There are 9 essay types, each with certain benefits that will show off your topic in a certain way.

Argumentative essay

Argumentative essays persuade the reader toward a certain point-of-view using facts and research. They are also called “persuasive essays.”

Examples:

* Why is the death penalty unconstitutional?
* Why should religion be taught in schools?

Cause-and-effect

Cause and effect essays describe an event and explain why it occurs. You can approach the topic from either the cause (what will happen if…) or the effect (why did something happen?). Read the rest of this entry »