Most young people today are obsessed with fame and imitating celebrities. What are your views?
Now, it’s your turn! Try planning an outline for the following topics:
On the other hand, there are topics which are not suited for such a binary approach. Consider questions such as:
Give yourself 10 minutes to do a proper planning. It’s useful to approach the issue at hand by exploring its significance and relevance in different spheres and domains : Education, Ethics or Morals, Technology, Law etc.
Instead of giving 3 different points from an education perspective, why not broaden your scope and look at the issue from not just an educational perspective, but also a technological perspective and an ethical perspective?
This is what makes for a matured, holistic response.
Let’s use the following topic as an example:
Young people changing the world for the better | Young people changing the world for the better |
Education] youth advocates are helping to make education available to girls in less developed countries | [Politics] many youths are politically apathetic |
[Environment] youths are advocating for leaders to change environmental policies | Environment] youths are the primary consumers of fast fashion, which depletes valuable natural resources. |
[Technology] young people are driving social media advancements | [Technology] the younger generation is abusing technology. |
If you run out of ideas, you can also examine two sides of a coin in a single domain. For example, you’ll see that in the example, that for the technological sphere, there are instances of youths making and not changing the world for the better.
Now that the brainstorming is done, let’s put pen to paper and start writing!
You can ask yourself these questions to help you with your intro:
Simply answer these questions + include your thesis. Voila, you have a solid introduction!
Young people are often described as the changemakers of society, the future leaders, and the hope of our world. From advocating for the environment to spearheading social justice causes, the young people of today undoubtedly have the potential to change our world for the better. Having said that, one must question if this potential is somewhat overshadowed by charges of laziness, selfishness, irresponsibility et. cetera that are often levelled, sometimes legitimately I might add, against the younger generation. In this essay, I assess if the actions of today’s youths truly, on balance, lead us to a brighter future by exploring the impact they are making in the domains of education, environment, and technology. |
Students, you must have heard of the PEEL method by now. We introduce the POINT in the first sentence, ELABORATE on the point, then substantiate with EVIDENCE or EXAMPLES , and finally, we round it all off by LINKING back to the point.
It sounds easy enough, doesn’t it?
Each body paragraph should only discuss one main idea , and only one! Introduce the main idea in your topic sentence (the first sentence of your body paragraph), not after you’ve given your example or when you’re wrapping up the paragraph.
A good topic sentence is straightforward and clear .
Here is an example of a coherent and concise topic sentence:
After you have crafted your topic sentence, it’s time to elaborate on your main point. A well-developed body paragraph elaborates by delving deeper into the main point and substantiating with relevant examples or evidence.
For our point on “education”, consider asking and answering the following questions:
a. Your essay must not be example-driven ! It must always be point-driven.
b. Remember to make the link from your examples/ evidence back to your topic sentence. This illustrates the relevance and strength of your evidence and reinforces your main point.
For our example, a coherent body paragraph could look like this:
[ ] In the sphere of education, youth activists are making positive changes by advocating to make education available to girls in less developed societies. [ ] It is because of their efforts that young women formerly deprived of education, due to reasons like patriarchal mindsets, are now able to access learning. [ ] A notable example is the Pakistani activist, Malala Yousafzai, who began her activism by bravely speaking out against the Taliban’s ban on education for girls. Her story did much to raise awareness about the existing barriers to education. She also co-founded the Malala Fund, which advocates for policy changes to prioritize girls’ education globally. Partnering with UNESCO, Malala’s fund has helped over 5,000 girls in countries like Egypt and Tanzania gain access to education. [ ] By giving these girls an education and helping them out of the poverty cycle, activists like Malala are helping to raise global literacy rates and reduce problems associated with poverty. Society gets a chance to benefit from what these young women can contribute to the workforce. [ ] It is clear the tireless efforts of these activists have made significant impact in the education domain. |
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Many students just reiterate the points in conclusion. But that is… you guessed it, boring. Last impression lasts! You want to provide an insight to this issue to demonstrate your maturity of thought. Apart from summarising your points, link your conclusion back to the introduction so that your essay comes a full circle. You can also use a quote or thought-provoking question for readers to make their own conclusion.
Check out this conclusion:I conclude by pointing out that it is unfair to generalise all young people; in every generation, there will be individuals who give that generation a bad name and those who, as this question suggests, make the world a better place. As shown in this essay, many youths in this generation are attempting to make an impact in different segments of society. But whether the efforts of these young trailblazers are, on balance, bettering the world is still a matter of debate. Furthermore, whether these efforts ultimately result in lasting positive changes depends not just on young people, but also on global leaders and international organisations. So perhaps the real question we should be asking is this: how can we, and not just the young people, work together to change this world for the better? |
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The Academic Writing Guide (AWG) is designed to familiarise you with the process of writing a discursive essay. A discursive essay is a genre of writing that requires you to investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence; and establish a position on the topic in a concise manner. Once you have decided on your position your writing will be an attempt to persuade your reader that it is a reasonable one to take. The pages in this guide will present information and activities designed to help you develop the skill of argumentation, which as well as being the main feature of discursive writing, underpins every aspect of university study.
Before you begin working through the AWG and using the examples and activities to help you research and write your own discursive essay watch the interview with James, one of our former Foundation Year students, who worked through the AWG and is reflecting on his progress. Some of what James says may not make sense to you yet, but come back to it occasionally as your own research skills develop and see if your experience resembles his. As you listen, notice what James says about how his perspective on the learning process changed during the course of the Foundation Year.
Academic writing does not aim simply to describe (although describing will be part of the process). An essay that is too descriptive will receive a very low mark at university level. Similarly, an essay that takes a ‘balanced’ view and does little more that weigh up the pros and cons of each side of an argument is rarely appropriate for university-level study.
Your aim in writing a discursive essay is to persuade your reader that your position (your argument) is a valid one. It makes a claim about a topic and defends this claim with evidence. A discursive essay must therefore begin with a thesis or claim that is debatable. In other words, the thesis must be something that people could reasonably have differing opinions on. If your thesis is something that is generally agreed upon or accepted as fact then there is no reason to try to persuade your reader of its merits.
Argumentation – mass noun
2. A reason or set of reasons that you use for persuading other people to support your views, opinions, etc.
His main argument is stated in the opening paragraph.
Discursive writing
This thesis statement . Nobody would disagree with this statement as John le Carré’s background is public knowledge |
This is an example of a because reasonable people could disagree with it. Some people might think that his fictionalised settings and characters are not based in reality. Others might think that he is drawing heavily on his own experience when writing his novels. |
There is a lot of pre-writing work to do for a discursive essay. Before you can begin writing you need to:
Throughout the research and writing process you will submit a series of assessed tasks relating to this title. Each of the tasks is designed to support your writing development, and help you produce a well-argued discursive essay supported with appropriate academic evidence. Each submission carries a percentage of the overall marks for the portfolio, making it essential that you complete each one. The portfolio accounts for a large percentage of the overall marks for the two Academic Development modules (see module handbook).
At the start of each of the 3 Stages in the AWG you will be told what the aims and objectives are, as well as the different assessments you will have to complete for that Stage. You will also be told where to submit these assessments in Canvas (find details below and in the module handbook on your class Canvas site).
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You can find information about the drop-in sessions on your Canvas site.
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Each Stage requires several hours of self-study to complete, and each Stage is assessed. You will have plenty of time to work through the 3 Stages, and at regular intervals will submit formal assessments that will be included in your assessed portfolio for the Academic Development module at the end of the year. After each submission your Academic Development tutor will give you feedback, which you will use to inform the process of developing your discursive essay further. Each assessed task carries a percentage of the overall marks for the portfolio, making it essential that you complete each one. The portfolio itself carries a large percentage of the overall marks for the Academic Development module.
You will find details about each of the assessments at relevant points in this Guide, and will need to pay close attention to them. Your Academic Development tutor will also be introducing and supporting the process in your Academic Development seminars.
The following is an overview:
After completing all of the sections in this stage you will be assessed on your ability to: • Create a mind-map that shows how you intend to decode the essay question to support your continued research. • Produce a table with at least 5 sources with annotations showing the relevance of the sources to help inform the development of your essay. These sources will be written using either the MLA or Chicago referencing systems. • Write a short reflection on what you have learned about academic writing from completing this stage of the guide and how you can continue developing relevant academic skills to suit your context.
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After completing all of the sections in this stage you will be assessed on your ability to: • Produce an annotated bibliography for the 5 sources you will use in your essay (in addition to the core texts) that includes: • Produce a sentence outline/plan for your essay that includes: • Write a short reflection on what you have learned about academic writing from completing this stage of the Guide and how you can continue developing relevant academic skills to suit your context. |
• Provide a Turnitin report of your draft • Write a short reflection on what you have learned about academic writing from completing this stage of the guide and how you can continue developing relevant academic skills to suit your context |
More Assessment Criteria | Summative Assessment |
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Writing a discursive essay is an engaging way to explore various perspectives on a topic. Unlike other essay types, discursive essays provide a balanced discussion, presenting different viewpoints and arguments. This type of essay helps develop critical thinking skills and encourages a thorough understanding of the subject.
In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of discursive essays, including their definition, main types, and how they compare to other essay forms. Whether you are a student or a professional writer, mastering the art of discursive writing can enhance your analytical and writing skills.
A discursive essay is an essay that presents both sides of an argument or topic without showing personal bias. “Discursive” comes from “discourse,” which involves sharing thoughts on a particular idea. In this essay, you must objectively present the topic’s pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages. The writer remains neutral throughout the essay’s body, only revealing their own opinion in the conclusion, supported by the discussion in the preceding paragraphs. This approach encourages a balanced and comprehensive exploration of the subject matter.
Discursive essays come in three main types: for and against, opinion, and problem-solution.
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Discursive essays differ significantly from other essays in their structure, purpose, and writing style. Here, we will explore how discursive essays compare to argumentative, descriptive, and narrative essays.
A discursive Essay focuses on presenting multiple perspectives on a topic without bias, objectively discussing both sides of an argument. In contrast, an argumentative essay aims to persuade the reader of a particular viewpoint, presenting solid arguments and evidence to support one side while refuting the opposing side.
A discursive essay engages in a balanced discussion on a specific topic, presenting various viewpoints and supporting evidence. In contrast, a descriptive essay focuses on describing a person, place, event, or object in detail, using sensory language to create a vivid picture for the reader without necessarily presenting arguments. You can read more on descriptive essays to get the difference better.
A discursive essay involves a formal and objective discussion on a topic, weighing different perspectives without personal bias, whereas a narrative essay tells a story or recounts an event from the writer’s perspective, emphasizing personal experience and often using a more informal, creative style.
Writing a discursive essay involves several steps to ensure a balanced and comprehensive discussion. Here is a guide to help you craft an effective discursive essay:
Step 1: Choose a Topic
Step 2: Research Both Sides
Step 3: Plan Your Structure
Create an outline with an introduction, several body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Step 4: Write Objectively
Step 5: Revise and Edit
Examples of discursive essay topics.
Discursive essays explore various sides of a topic, presenting multiple viewpoints to encourage thoughtful discussion and analysis. Choosing the right topic is crucial for engaging readers and providing a balanced argument. Here are ten examples of discursive essay topics covering various contemporary issues.
These topics provide a foundation for balanced and comprehensive discursive essays, encouraging critical thinking and informed discussion. If you are interested in more topics, you can explore our extensive list of research topics.
Writing a discursive essay requires careful planning, research, and a balanced approach to presenting arguments. Here are some helpful tips to enhance your discursive essay writing:
Discursive essays offer a valuable opportunity to explore multiple perspectives, fostering critical thinking and balanced analysis. By presenting well-researched arguments and maintaining an objective tone, writers can engage readers in meaningful discussions that promote a deeper understanding of complex issues. Whether comparing discursive essays to other essay types or providing practical writing tips, the insights shared in this article aim to equip you with the tools needed to craft compelling and informative discursive essays. Embrace the challenge, and let your writing contribute to thoughtful dialogue and informed debate.
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Examples of discursive writing include essays that explore multiple viewpoints on topics such as the impact of social media on society, the pros and cons of remote work, the legalization of marijuana, and the ethics of animal testing. In each case, the writer presents balanced arguments for and against the topic, supporting each side with evidence and maintaining an objective tone.
To start a discursive essay, begin with an engaging introduction that introduces the topic and states that you will discuss both sides of the argument. Provide some background information to give context and highlight the importance of the topic. End the introduction with a clear thesis statement that outlines the essay’s structure without revealing your stance.
A discursive essay presents multiple viewpoints on a topic in a balanced and objective manner, discussing both sides without showing bias until the conclusion. An argumentative essay, on the other hand, aims to persuade the reader to accept a specific viewpoint, presenting solid arguments and evidence to support one side while refuting the opposing side.
No, a discursive essay is not the same as a descriptive essay. A discursive essay involves a balanced discussion of different perspectives, presenting arguments and evidence for both sides. A descriptive essay, however, focuses on describing a person, place, event, or object in detail, using sensory language to create a vivid picture for the reader without necessarily presenting arguments or viewpoints.
The University of Queensland. Planning a Discursive Essay. https://uq.pressbooks.pub/academicwritingskills/chapter/discursive-essay-plan/
Racquel English Tutor. How to Write a Discursive Essay[Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TnTQt7v6J4
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You can see the word ‘discursive’ is close to the word ‘discourse’; in short, it means involving discussion. “In a discursive essay, you explore the discussion and perspectives surrounding a topic. Then proceeding with reason and argument, you reach a conclusion in which you may or may not agree with one of the perspectives you have presented.”
Example: The discursive essay discusses ideas and opinions on a topic without the aim of persuading the reader to take a given view. It is your unbiased presenting of differing viewpoints that allows the reader to decide which is best. This allows you to present the topic from several viewpoints, showing the pros and cons of them all.
During the Renaissance, discursive essays were quite popular, though they have become much less so over time. Many consider the discursive essay to be one of the more difficult to approach. As such, many students struggle with them, and it is quite common to seek essay writing assistance .
The purpose of a discursive essay is to show that there are different and often competing viewpoints around a subject. The subject often raises a controversy or describes a problem requiring a solution. As such, discursive essay assignments are often used when comparing subjective opinions on literary works. Discursive essays highlight different opinions and arguments but do not argue either way.
It is not the author’s job to solve a problem. The problem could be a long-running one with no solution in sight. For example, in a discursive text, you do not examine a problem or literary text; instead, you discuss the opposing ideas and opinions surrounding them. These essays benefit readers by presenting a collection of various views on a subject all in one place, saving them from doing the research themselves.
Apart from creating the essay, the author’s role is minimal. That is, the essay should not be a personal opinion piece. The author stands in the centre of the ongoing debate, selects some of the best arguments and presents them to the reader. In this way, the author is more like a facilitator providing a clear view of the arguments surrounding the topic .
The role requires the author to stay mostly neutral, but it is acceptable for authors to take a stance. Whether you include your own stance in the essay is either up to you or your tutor. There is no rule that says you have to. You can clarify where you stand early in the essay, or you can wait until the conclusion.
You should present the views of others in the best possible light; showing balance between the arguments is essential. When presenting others’ viewpoints, you should not try to prejudice readers or persuade them your view is best. This is not an argumentative essay .
Discursive Essays | Argumentative Essays | |
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Purpose | To give a credible and fair assessment of discussion on a given issue. The essay avoids and emotional language. However, it is not always totally neutral; the writer may take a position in the argument. It is written using well-researched relevant facts and presents both sides of the issue equally. | To convince readers that your position is best by providing supporting evidence. This is done with thorough research that produces valid material to persuade and inform the reader. Although a counterargument is included, it does not need to be in equal balance. |
Style and Structure | As the author is presenting the views of others, the style is impersonal and formal, although it can be acceptable to write in a light-hearted style. It mostly conveys the thoughts of others, not necessarily those of the author. 1. The introduction states the issue the essay looks at. It may or may not assert the author’s position. It describes exactly what will be covered. 2. Within the body, 3-5 points are discussed from different viewpoints. Arguments and counterarguments are carefully balanced. There are different organisational styles. 3. Paragraphs begin with strong sentences on the issue, and evidence is provided. 4. The conclusion summarises the main points. The position the author takes may be inserted here. | Argumentative essays are in the general style for academic writing. They are slightly less formal in tone than discursive essays. 1. The introduction includes a very concise and accurate thesis statement, which makes clear the author’s position. 2. The body paragraphs go on to explain with good evidence why this position is correct. The evidence provided will be persuasive. 3. The conclusion restates the writer’s stance, summarises the main points, and invites the reader to agree with the author’s position. |
Your coursework may require a discursive essay in order to test your ability to find and presenting balanced evidence without bias. In this assignment, you need to make a balanced examination of arguments surrounding a topic, with the option of stating your own position. You are not attempting to settle the debate, only to show the thinking that surrounds it.
Your tutor might not directly say ‘write a discursive essay’ but the essay question will give you a clue. It might be a relatively simple question, or it could just state that there is disagreement on a topic . It will not ask you to give your opinion or direct you to persuade your readers. Your essay is part of a study course, so there will be enough guidance from your tutors.
Here are some title examples that would be best discussed in discursive essays.
There are three main types of discursive essays:
Before you do anything, read the essay question/prompt several times; let it sink in. All the work you undertake will be based on this. If you study remotely and receive the essay prompt digitally, copy it onto paper to make it real. Highlight key words and make sure you thoroughly understand what you are expected to write. Are you being asked to analyse , discuss , or explain something? These keywords are important to understand.
Before you even write the first line of the introduction, you have to carry out research. Trying to write an essay before doing research is like polishing a car before washing it. Researching is a way of learning about the subject while gathering and filtering information, forming the backbone of your coursework. The research you carry out should look into the subject and more importantly, also investigate the broad range of opinions and evidence surrounding it. Your research should not focus solely on the argument you favour but should cover other views equally.
Some issues have a huge number of opinions surrounding them; you cannot include them all. Using too many will confuse the reader and make a conclusion difficult. Also, you won’t have the word limit to include everything you discover. Ask yourself if you have considered the most relevant viewpoints. Working through your discovered material, you can determine what to include based on appropriateness. It can become overwhelming, but there is plenty of help out there.
Much of your research will be done online. But you should not disregard relevant books and other print sources, some of which are also online. There is also television and video to consider, and depending on the subject, you can ask family members and friends. Variety in your research shows you have really made an effort to cover all bases.
Always consider the credibility of any source you use, and always note where you found it. You will need this information to complete your bibliography. When you feel you have enough material and researching has given you a richer understanding of the subject, you can start writing.
The first thing to write is an outline ; think of it as a framework. You are going to fill this framework with good material. Remember that every word you put into it will have to justify its inclusion. For a discursive essay, the structure will likely follow the usual format of title, introduction , main body , and conclusion , followed by a reference section.
Example: The introduction should touch on all the points you’re going to cover, even if only broadly. It should provide a concise description of the topic and what your focus will be. Everything you discuss in the body should come under the umbrella created by the introduction.
From the introduction, the reader should understand where the essay is going; it should not be a mystery tour. This is especially important if the subject is very broad. You can state your position on the subject in the introduction, but it is not necessary.
The discursive essay does not have a formal thesis statement , as with other essay types . This gives you the option of opening with something to really hook the reader. For example, any of these can be used:
After this is a rhetorical question at the centre of the discussion and a description of what the essay will cover.
Frequently asked questions, should i analyse evidence in a discursive essay.
Although you will provide evidence in a discursive essay, it is not the same as in persuasive or argumentative essays. For example, if the essay is questioning the correct interpretation of a literary work, you do not analyse or review the literary work. Rather, you look at what others say about it and present that for the reader. What you present are ideas. And you support these ideas with quotations from other people, although it’s possible to do this by referring to your own experiences.
You do not have to take a position on the subject you write about in a discursive essay. Your tutor might even instruct you not to. If you decide to tell the reader your position, you briefly say what you think and why. It shouldn’t become a major part of your assignment because this is not a persuasive or argumentative essay. The essay is not based on what you think.
Yes, it makes your work more personal if you do this. You could do this right at the start of the introduction, asking something like, “Have you ever wondered how much information big tech companies hold about you?” A direct question like this can be a useful hook to keep the reader reading. You could say that it reduces formality and brings in familiarity, but used minimally, maybe just once, it can be effective. Generally, the discursive essay should be quite formal and impersonal.
While there are many types of essays, they can be broadly categorized into the following four main types – argumentative, expository, descriptive, and narrative.
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Dealing with academic writing projects can bring with it a series of difficulties concerned with the diversity of essay types and their intricacies. Academic writing standards of content structuring and text formatting are changing. New paper types arise causing obstacles for authors to complete assignments efficiently and independently. You should constantly hone your writing mastery to keep afloat in this endless cycle of various written projects.
Professors assign learners with papers to examine their level of subject material internalization. Even if there is not a correct solution to or position on the issue, you should involve your critical thinking to form your perspective on the situation. Awareness of the purpose of your writing assists you with generating creative ideas without any writing blocks.
Discursive writing is a comparatively fresh approach to handling writing assignments. That is because “how to write a good discursive essay” requests are common among learners. Such writing technique does not limit the author’s imagination. Instead, it welcomes your creativity and imagination while forming an opinion on the matter. Entrusted with this paper type and have never heard of it before? It is time for you to widen your knowledge and figure out what an upscale discursive essay is!
The phrase “everything new is long forgotten old” has much in common with discursive paper writing, which is a subtype of the persuasive essay, but with some new peculiarities. It is an innovative approach to performing academic writing projects that some learners should have dreamed of all the time. What is its paramount intricacy?
You should not take a unified position on the issue while investigating the subject. There are controversial topics, where persuading a reader to take your point of view equals being untruthful with yourself. It proves challenging to form a single opinion on the issue, especially when a situation is multifaceted in its nature and effects.
If you investigate the effectiveness of cloud storage systems, you realize all the upsides and risks of such technology. Subsequently, you cannot state with 100% certainty that this is undoubtedly the most significant accomplishment of humankind, with unprecedented benefits and no downsides. A discursive essay fixes this contradiction granting more flexibility in statements.
Savvy authors recommend learners stick to the below instructions while performing discursive papers for the first time. Although even if you possess practical knowledge of such an assignment type, the hints will come in handy and bear fruit.
You can plan your work by writing down some notes while investigating the subject. When you surf the Internet to extract relevant material from various databases, websites, journals, reports, and other information sources, you can gradually generate brilliant ideas.
Organizing your work is critical for conveying the main message of your writing. A well-structured paper looks upscale and worthy of a decent grade. When all the paragraphs are arranged consistently, you can easily navigate your thoughts. The structure of a discursive essay may seem typical without any obvious distinctions.
However, the content of the structural elements of a discursive paper has some intricacies. The opening statements should be devoted to explanations of the topic context smoothly passing into the formulation of the problem. The next few sentences should involve your paramount viewpoint on the subject. It may be an obvious statement of the general meaning without hinting at your specific findings.
The major feature of discursive writing lies in the body paragraphs where you can unleash your ideas and provide both positive, negative, and even neutral perspectives on the paper matter. This peculiarity makes discursive papers the favorite writing assignments for learners with creative imagination and rational thought.
The concluding chapter of such an essay should be a blend of statements about the research relevance and your diverse stances on the issue. The closing wrap-up should consist of a suggestive idea expanding the reader’s reflections beyond your paper.
A further detail of discursive writing is that your paper should be customized to your specific needs. It implies you can reveal a topic backing your arguments up with cases from your routine life or study experience. It is up to you how to explain your choice of the concrete point of view, but it should be clear and justified.
There are a few points you should pay attention to when finishing your writing work. Such instructions apply to most academic papers and even seasoned specialists adhere to them.
If you aim to gain an A+ grade for your paper, your piece should be authentic, customized to the task description, structured, and formatted appropriately, include captivating statements, and provide added value to a reader.
You can make up an introductory hook revealing your main idea in the paper, although it is not a mandatory structural element. It may involve a real case from your life or be at least slightly connected to it. The more intriguing the case you write about, the more the reader gets curious about your thoughts.
A hook may contain figures, quotations, your real-life story, or another piece of information able to draw the reader’s attention instantly. The success of your work may be determined by this interest-capturing statement. However, mind that this sentence should be relevant to the paper’s core idea.
Based on the focus of your writing someone can distinguish a few types of discursive papers. So before wondering how to write a discursive essay in history, you should determine what version of presenting arguments you select for your paper.
You may also face such versions of discursive writing as comparative, argumentative, and others. The guidelines for preparing a top-notch paper apply to each of its types.
There are such widely used formatting styles as APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, Turabian, and others. The choice of the text arranging style depends solely on the standards of your educational institution and specific project description. While adhering to the proper paper format you should consider such points as:
Ensure the above points are met and consistent with your assignment instructions. Paper formatting influences the text’s readability and attractiveness.
Although an introduction is the primary paper part, savvy authors work on this paragraph after preparing other text sections. Such an approach is justified by the aspiration of making all the paragraphs coherent and logical. As the perspectives on the matter may change during the task performance and the availability of pertinent data may be limited, crafting the opening sentences at the end of the writing process is a viable option. Commonly the introduction involves such elements as:
A reader forms the first impression of your work mostly based on the introduction. If your opening paragraph contains a compelling hook and convinces the target audience of the expediency of your research, you have more likelihood of success. Your aim should be to raise awareness of the subject from the very first words.
Reinventing the wheel in the closing text section has no point. You can almost rewrite the core points in your paper to create a conclusion. However, it should be unique and not consist of direct quotes from the paper text.
Another critical nuance is coherence between the opening, body, and closing paragraphs that you should trace throughout the article. If you indicate two arguments and two counterarguments in the main text section, for instance, you should remember them in the conclusion. Routinely, the logic of presenting the statements in the closing paragraph is like one applied in the introduction.
Your stances on the topic are not the only components to be included in the closing paragraph. As you start a paper by stressing the relevance of your study, you emphasize the significance of your findings to the target audience. Then, you should proceed with your analyzed viewpoints and make up a final sentence about the cruciality of further topic investigation or any open-ended statement.
Theoretical knowledge of the instructions for writing a decent discursive essay is only half the battle. An illustrative example of the paper with a consistent guide will contribute to your reasoning for this essay type. The logic of ideas presentation for a discursive paper with a topic about the way the Internet altered society’s routine may look as follows:
The deeper you dive into the specs of discursive paper writing, the more rapidly you can handle such assignments without any further assistance. Having theoretical instructions and a practical example at your fingertips you can easily plan and draft your work to prepare an authentic discursive essay worthy of an A+ grade. Stick to the fruitful hints from specialists with proven huge practical backgrounds and create upscale papers customized to the assignment instructions!
Writing discursive essays is a common task that can be encountered in high school and college environments. Mastering the nuances of writing them will be a lot easier with this guide. Our team has prepared recommendations that cover the basics of discursive essays and their format. Additionally, you will find some helpful tips about improving your work. Let’s get started!
💎 developing a discursive writing style, 📎 references, 🧐 discursive writing: definition & purpose.
Discursive essays are different from the argumentative and persuasive papers you might be used to. Discursive writing allows students to investigate various topics in depth and present different opinions on particular issues. Creating one involves gathering, reading, and assessing supportive evidence. As with other academic papers, discursive ones are built around a thesis statement that outlines the arguments.
Unlike other paper genres like persuasive essays , discursive essays are scarce on personal thoughts. They favor an unbiased look at the subject through the lens of facts and statistics. You can use them to discuss issues related to social norms, the economy, political movements, technology, and similar subjects. Whatever you write about, ensure you methodically cover every side of the issue.
Students often confuse these essay types, so we’ve decided to help you understand the difference. These descriptions will show you how to identify the purpose and tone of these papers and choose the appropriate one to match your writing goals.
🤔 Argumentative | 🧐 Discursive |
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present supporting evidence and disprove opposing claims. | serve as an analysis of the subject from different points of view. |
If your professor tasks you with this kind of assignment, you have a couple of ways to approach it. As we’ve mentioned before, there are several types of discursive essays. This segment of our article goes into some detail about each of them.
If you get to write a discursive essay on any subject you wish, this is the right segment for you. Here, we provide several pressing, engaging, and diverse topics for your work.
You may be tempted to write right away after choosing the appropriate topic for your discursive essay. However, before you do this, get acquainted with this paper’s format. Below, you’ll find a step-by-step guide for each section of the work.
Crafting a compelling intro is the foundation of a successful discursive essay. This section outlines the essential elements and strategies to grab the audience’s attention. Read it to master the art of engaging intros.
The body paragraphs offer a platform for in-depth analysis and presentation of multiple perspectives. The ones in discursive essays have distinctive characteristics that distinguish them from other papers.
This section will show you how to restate your main points, complete your arguments, and leave a lasting impression .
You’re one step closer to writing your perfect essay. We recommend practicing to ensure that you triumph over these academic tasks. Follow our tips, and you will see the quality of your papers reach new heights.
✅ Be straightforward | Try using simple words and phrases whenever possible. This way, you’ll be less likely to make mistakes. It also helps people unfamiliar with the topic to understand it better. |
✅ Cut down on long sentences | When writing papers, stick to shorter sentence structures. If you see lengthy ones, cut them down into two or more. There’s no need to chop up every single one – do this when necessary. Practice and you’ll see better which sentences to separate or keep as they are. |
✅ Clear the clutter | Everybody sometimes writes words, phrases, or sentences that don’t add more information to the paper. Or they make the same remarks several times in the text. If the meaning doesn’t change with their removal, it’s best to exclude them. |
✅ Experiment with sentence structure | Sticking to the same sentence structure throughout the text makes it dull and uninteresting. If you want to impact readers, change things from time to time. |
✅ Rely on an active voice | Try writing in an , as it’s more direct and requires fewer words than its passive counterpart. This makes papers easier to follow and comprehend. You’ll also avoid wordiness. |
✅ Write in a formal tone | As essays are academic tasks, you should write in a formal tone. Avoid colloquialisms, slang, and other devices not associated with this style. Remember to write in the third person. |
✅ Stick to familiar vocabulary | When , you will come across new words and phrases. Never use them if you don’t fully comprehend their meaning. Instead, stick to the terms and phrases you’re sure of. |
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A discursive essay or discussing essay is similar to other essays in that it shares information and gives an opinion, but differs because it doesn’t provide any new knowledge or insight.
Instead, the goal of this type of essay is to convince the reader by arguing for your position and providing evidence. This blog post will teach you how to write a discursive essay so you are ready for your next assignment!
What is discursive essay? A discursive essay is a type of argumentative essay that should take the reader through your thought process and reasoning. This type of writing takes on a certain position or argument. It is usually written in order to convince the reader of a particular point of view.
For example, if you are writing about how college should be free for all students, then your stance would be pro-free college education and your goal would be convincing the readers that this idea should become reality.
Discursive writing is one of the most basic forms of writing. It can be used to write about anything from a personal experience, to an opinion on a current event.
There are many different types of topics that you can pick from, but before picking one it’s important to make sure the reader will be interested enough in what you have to say about it.
Secondly, after choosing your subject matter for discussion and research, come up with an introduction based on some introductory questions into why this issue deserves attention or needs solving.
This way readers understand where your argument stems from and how they should take it further by reading more than just what was written here.
A strong conclusion is key when coming to any type of discourse because it ties everything together nicely so there isn’t anything left hanging that could confuse anyone who happened upon your writing.
Finally, you can always think of an example or case study to illustrate the issue at hand and provide a real-life scenario for your readers so they understand it better.
Introduction
The introduction for a discussing essay is often short, with the writer providing one or two paragraphs to introduce the topic.
This section should also include an explanation of what it means to be “discursively” writing so that readers understand how this text will organize and present information differently than other types of essays.
The majority of your discursive essay paper should consist of reading/writing about your topic in depth with evidence from research included throughout each paragraph.
In addition, you can provide additional content by including quotes from sources who have studied more deeply into the subject at hand; questions that need answering when considering certain aspects of your issue; descriptions about different perspectives on your topic; etcetera. You do not need to follow a strict outline or linear structure in your writing.
The conclusion
Your discursive essay should end with a summary of the key points you have made throughout your paper, and how these pieces of information connect to one another. This is also where you can make an argument for why this issue matters.
This is how discursive essays are typically structured in order to best engage with their audiences and get them thinking about what they’ve just read which leads into understanding on their own about this topic as well as opening up new avenues that could lead towards solving whatever problem may be at hand.
In a nutshell, discourse writing is engaging because its written in such away where arguments come together around one focused subject matter which brings forth introspection from anyone who reads it.
Discourse essay structures help keep everything organized while still being engaging by discussing events related to the argument’s topic.
“ The Misunderstanding between Feminists and Transgender Activists over Gender Identity Politics
In our current society, it seems as though feminists are not unified on their stance towards transgender activism based solely off of gender identity politics…Or so says what many people believe without taking into account that there are two different schools of feminism which reflect differing opinions about trans* rights and inclusion within the feminist movement. Some feminists are in favor of including transgender people, while other feminists believe that trans* activism is actually a threat to the feminist movement.
The debate between these two schools of feminism has become so intense and complicated that it can be difficult for someone who is not well-versed in feminist theory to understand what they are fighting about. However, with both sides having strong arguments rooted in past experiences as women, there’s no easy way out .”
“So why should we use recreational drugs?
Most people argue against drugs for many different reasons: moral arguments, health concerns, legal consequences, and so on. This Discursive Essay will examine all of these arguments as well as the idea that drugs are good for society in general
An argument against using recreational drugs is moral concerns because people argue they’re morally wrong; this could be challenged by saying what about alcohol? If we say some things like driving while intoxicated or drinking from a baby bottle when you’re over 18 then there’s no difference with doing illegal substances.
A health concern to consider would be physical ailments such as lung cancer which can happen after smoking weed but it also comes down to how long you smoked for and if you have any family history related problems. The second point about health is mental illnesses such as addiction which depends on individual circumstance.
Legal concerns can range from being caught with drugs in your car to possession charges, and result in fines or jail time. The third point about legal concerns is how the drug affects you which can happen even if it’s not doing anything wrong because people react differently.
Societal implications exist due to culture: some societies may be more accepting of certain substances while others have a stricter view. This may depend on who they are talking to as well and what their position was so this could create an atmosphere where someone might feel pressured into using any substance at all times just for acceptance purposes.
Moral objectives would only really matter for those within that moral objective but if there were two parties then one will think its morally right while another doesn’t see it as being wrong. Morals can be seen as subjective and so this leads to the two parties having different views on a certain action.
Facts, such as when someone is hurting themselves or others due to substance use, are objective facts that don’t rely on feelings but rather sense. When something has an effect then it will have consequences because of how its affecting them physically or mentally which means that if they continue with their actions until these consequences happen then it becomes objectively morally wrong for one’s own sake.
Situations that may affect an individual’s understanding are: personal perspectives, societal views and cultural values. These all play a role in how people understand as well because it can impact their mental state which could have different effects on what they believe to be right from wrong for them personally.
If there is no medication then this will result in negative consequences but not always – if someone takes enough of the drug then they’ll experience withdrawal symptoms like weight loss, nausea and insomnia depending on the type of substance consumed so this would need to be taken into account when writing about drugs. ”
Topic: “ Is technology good or bad ” discursive essay
Technological advances have become so widespread in society that most people will not be able to live without them. Many of these same technological advancements are also linked with the progression of information technology, which has been a major factor in shaping and defining our culture today. With this being said, it is important to ask ourselves whether or not these technologies are good for us? Or should we reconsider how we use certain aspects of technology?
This discursive Essay will discuss five possible pros and cons related specifically to the advancement of technology including social media usage, cyber bullying, reliance on cell phones as well as computer-related activities at work/at home. It will then further explore if there are any other alternatives aside from just relying on devices like laptops or mobile phones.
The pros of technology have been argued to be the convenience it brings. For example, social media has made connecting with people easier than ever before and allows us to get information without having to go out in person or look for a local newspaper article. It also provides entertainment as well as other features that make life simpler. This includes apps like weather forecasting, calculators and even online shopping.
On the flip side, there are negative aspects related to how we use some technologies today such as cyber bullying which is defined as “the new form of face-to-face abuse”. In regards to the reliance on devices like laptops or mobile phones at work/at home; this can cause laziness due to the lack of physical movement.
There are many positives that can come from the internet such as access to information, communication with people who live in different geographical locations and a vast amount of content (both useful and useless). However, we must take caution when it comes to how much time is spent online and what types of things they look at on social media sites like Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , Pinterest , LinkedIn , Reddit and Youtube .
Technology has both positive aspects but also negative ones depending on which side you’re looking at it from. The awesome thing about this topic though is there’s not one answer because everyone carries their own opinion on whether it be good or bad so anyone reading these words should form an opinion themselves by critiquing my thoughts instead of just taking them as the truth .”
This article provides practical tips on how to write a discursive essay, the structure, format, outline for this kind of academic paper as well as some topics you may want to consider when working on your own composition.
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So, you need to accomplish your discursive essay writing. The typical questions most students ask are: How do you write it? What is discursive essay?
A discursive essay is an academic paper that involves a discussion on a particular topic. It is usually assigned to college students. You may be required to write a paper wherein you have to do one of the following:
Don’t panic!
Check out the tips from Custom-writing.org experts below. They will assist you in discursive writing and encourage you to examine essay examples. Moreover, in this article, you’ll also learn about different types of discursive essay, and its introduction, main body, and conclusion structure.
First of all, let’s figure out what the discursive essay is.
You may think it’s similar to the argumentative essay. Yes, but there’s a difference between them in the structure and purpose of these two types of assignments:
Purpose | To provide a reliable and unbiased assessment of an issue. Nevertheless, your discursive writing does not have to be completely neutral. You should write it using the facts and research reports to present both sides of the issue. | To persuade the reader in your position, providing supporting evidence. This essay type relies on thorough research so that the author can both convince and educate the reader. However, the result should be less passionate and more concise than that of a . |
Structure | Its style is more impersonal and formal in comparison with other assignment types: | Its style is general for essays as the reader should understand what you stand for |
We will take a detailed look at how to structure a discursive essay later, and now let’s find out what are the types of this assignment.
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You have to think more critically and more in-depth when reviewing all viewpoints and aspects of discursive writing. Check these three main types of essay writing:
Well, it’s time to talk about the structure of a discursive essay. Like most of the assignments, a discursive paper starts with an introduction and ends with a conclusion:
The first question you may ask is how to start a discursive essay introduction. Simple!
You may be wondering…
Is there something I should avoid in my discursive essay introduction?
Yes. No stereotypes and generalizations, please!
The next step under formal essay writing you should take is to compose the body.
There are a few points you should remember:
Well, you’ve almost finished your writing. Now you should focus on the last section. Keep reading, and you will learn how to write a conclusion for a discursive essay.
Keep it short. Your conclusion length should not exceed one paragraph.
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Well, now you know what discursive essay means, what are its main types, and how to structure it.
Good luck with your discussions and discursive essays! Be sure to check out the articles on our blog for more academic wisdom. By the way, on the Custom-Writing website, you may find the best essay topics for your academic writing.
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3. Add an appropriate Introduction and Conclusion.
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Here are discursive unseen passages specifically designed for Class 9 students. This page presents the discursive texts, providing a variety of examples, detailed analyses, and answers to enhance students’ reading and analytical skills. From unseen passages to structured questions, Set – 2 is tailored to empower students with the tools needed for academic success in English comprehension .
Unseen passage for class 9 with answers downloadable pdf exercise – 1.
1. Caged behind thick glass, the most famous dancer in the world can easily be missed in the National Museum, Delhi. The Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro is that rare artifact familiar to even school children. Our school textbooks communicate a wealth of our 5,000-year heritage of art. One must be alert to her existence there, amid terracotta animals, to rediscover this bronze image.
2. Most of us have only seen her in photographs or sketches, thus the impact of actually seeing her in person is magnified a million times over. One discovers that the dancing girl has no feet. She is small, a little over 10 cm tall, about the length of a human palm, yet she surprises us with the power of great art, the ability to communicate across centuries.
3. A series of bangles made of shell, ivory, or thin metal adorns her left upper arm, extending all the way down to her fingers. A necklace with three pendants bunched together and a few bangles above the elbow and wrist on her right hand exhibit an almost modern art sensibility.
4. She speaks to the undaunted, ever-hopeful human spirit. She reminds us of the importance of visiting museums in our country to experience the impact that a work of art can have on our senses, and to find among all the treasures one particular vision of beauty that speaks to us alone.
Question-1 Why is the Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro considered unique in the passage?
A. Its large size B. Its historical significance C. Its modern art style D. Its recent discovery
Question-2 What does the passage suggest about the impact of seeing the Dancing Girl artifact in person?
A. It’s underwhelming B. It’s unchanged from photos C. It’s greatly magnified D. It’s confusing
Question-3 According to the passage, what aspect of the Dancing Girl statue is most surprising?
A. Its material B. Its size C. Its age D. Its color
Question-4 What message does the Dancing Girl convey, as interpreted in the passage?
A. Artistic complexity B. Ancient mythology C. Human resilience D. Technological advancement
Question-5 Complete the sentence based on the passage: “The Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro is notable for its ________.”
Question-6 What does the Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro symbolize about ancient art and culture, based on the passage?
Question-7 True or False: According to the passage, the Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro is often overlooked due to its placement among other larger artifacts in the National Museum, Delhi.
Question-8 The passage includes some words that are opposites of each other. From the sets (a)-(e) below, identify two sets of antonyms:
(1) Famous and Missed (2) impact and magnified (3) Small and Great (4) behind and thick (5) shell and ivory
(a) Option 1 and 3 (b) Option 2 and 4 (c) Option 3 and 5 (d) Option 1 and 5 (e) Option 4 and 5
Question-9 Which of the following titles would be the most appropriate for the passage?
A. “The Hidden Treasures of the National Museum” B. “The Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro: An Artistic Marvel” C. “Ancient Artifacts in Modern Museums” D. “The Evolution of Indian Sculpture”
Question-10 State whether the following line from the passage is an example of historical insight, artistic appreciation, factual description, or cultural critique.
“The Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro is that rare artifact that even school children are familiar with.”
Answer-1 : B. Its historical significance Answer-2: C. It’s greatly magnified Answer-3: B. Its size Answer-4: C. Human resilience Answer-5: artistic expression or similar Answer-6: The Dancing Girl symbolizes the richness and depth of ancient art and culture, demonstrating timeless artistic expression and historical significance. Answer-7: True. Answer-8: (a) Option 1 and 3 Answer-9: B. “The Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-Daro: An Artistic Marvel” Answer-10: Artistic appreciation.
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Discursive Passage Explained: Meaning | Examples | Practice for Students | Set – 1
Read the following unseen passage to test your comprehension passage reading skills:
1. The choices we make on a daily basis—lifting heavy objects correctly or dangerous situation—can either ensues potentially harmful circumstances.
2. You and I need to nuke a decision that our Ines in order. Exercising self-control establishing boundaries and borders in outlives most important things we can do. A life withal that’s tilled with carelessness.
3.We can think it’s kind of exiting to live life on the edge. We like images of ‘yeath’ That’s me Living on the edge Woo boo It is become a popular way too look at life. But if you see, even for our safety while we’ll go into the ditch. If we could get killed. And we like those lines because they help to keep us safe. Sometimes we, do not realise how lines help to keep us safe.
4. I am not proud of this but for the first 20 years of my life at work, , physically, most of the time. blow I have limits and that I’ve reached to ignore them and see if or how long I can I ran to doctors, trying to make myself feel better vitamins, natural stuff and anything I could get my et Some of the doctors would tell mc. “It’s just stress.- Just made me mad. I thought stress meant you don’t like u do or can’t handle life, and I love what I do. But I kept postbag myself, travelling, doing speaking engagements and so on—amply exhausting myself.
5. Finally, I understood I was living an unsustainable life and needed to make some changes in my outlook and lifestyle. You and I don’t have to be like everyone else or keep up with anyone else. Each of us needs to be exactly the way we are, and we don’t have to apologise for it. We’re not all alike and we need to find a comfort zone in which we can enjoy our lives instead of making ourselves sick with an overload of stress and pressure.
Based on your comprehension of this unseen passage in English, answer the following questions:
1.The reason why living on the edge has become popular, is because of the: (i) constant need for something different (ii) population being much younger (iii) exhausting effort to make changes (iv) strong tendency to stay within our limits
2.Choose the option that best captures the central idea of the passage from the given quotes.
(i) Option (1) (ii) Option (2) (iii) Option (3) (iv) Option (4)
3. Which of the characteristics are apt about the writer in BM following context: “I know I have limits and that I’ve them, but I’m going to ignore them and see if or long I can get by with it.”
4.Which of the following will be the most appropriate title for the passage? (i) Much too soon (ii) Enough is enough (iii) How much is too much’ (iv)Have enough to do”
5.The phrase “potentially harmful circumstances” refers to circums tances that can: (i) certainly be dangerous (ii) be fairly dangerous (iii) be possibly dangerous (iv)seldom be dangerous
6. Select the option that makes the correct use of “unsustainable”, as used in the passage, to fill in the blank space. (i) In the long run, the………… officials followed emergency procedures. (ii) Emergency procedures were …… by the officials. (iii) Officials reported an ,………….set of events during the emergency. (iv)Officials admit that the emergency system is…………in the longer run.
7. The author attempts to the readers through this write-up. (i) rebuke (ii) question (iii) offer aid to (iv)offer advice to
8. The author uses colloquial words such as “yeah” and “Woo-hoo. Which of the following is NOT a colloquial word? (i) Hooked (ii) Guy (iii) Stuff (iv)Stress
9. What does the author mean when he says, “to get our lives in order? (i) To resume our lives (ii) To organise our lives (iii) To rebuild our lives (iv) To control our lives
10. Choose the option that correctly states the two meanings of ‘outlook’, as used in the passage.
1. A person’s evaluation of life 2.A person’s experiences in life 3.A person’s point of view towards life 4.A person’s regrets in life 5.A person’s general attitude to life
(i) 1 and 4 (ii) 2 and 3 (iii) 3 and 5 (iv)4 and 5
11.The author explains the importance of discipline and boundaries in our lives using the example of: (i)road accidents (ii) traffic rules (iii) lines on the highway (iv)safe driving
12.What is the messages conveyed in the last paragraph of the passage? (i) Love what you do (ii) Love yourself to love others (iii) Be the best version of yourself (iv)Be yourself
1.(i) constant need for something different. |
2. (iv) Option (4) |
3. (iii) 1 and 4 |
4. (iii) How much is too much’ |
5. (iii) be possibly dangerous |
6. (iv) Officials admit that the emergency system is……..in the longer run |
7. (iv) offer advice to |
8. (iv) stress |
9. (ii) To organise our lives |
10. (iii) (3) and (5) |
11. (iii) lines on the highway |
12. (iv) Be yourself |
1. Overpowering prey is a challenge for creatures that do not possess venom like Russell’s viper. Some, such as rat snakes, use a non-chemical method—they push their prey against the ground with enough power to crush them to death. However, the distinction between snakes is not neatly divided into poisonous and non-poisonous categories.
2. Even species listed as non-poisonous aren’t completely free of toxins. The common Sand Boa, for instance, produces secretions that are poisonous to birds. So, this species doesn’t take any chances. It crushes its prey and also injects poison as an extra measure.
3. Do vipers need poison powerful enough to kill hundreds of rats with just one drop? After all, they typically eat only one or two at a time.
4. While hunting, animals try their best to kill efficiently, and their prey use any trick to avoid becoming a meal, such as developing immunity to poison. For instance, Californian ground squirrels are resistant to the poison of the Northern Pacific rattlesnake.
5. Competition with prey is not the only factor driving snakes to evolve more deadly venom. Snakes also struggle to avoid becoming prey themselves.
6. Some snake predators have partial immunity to venom. Famously, mongooses are highly resistant to cobra venom, and with their speed and agility, they kill snakes fearlessly. It would spell the end for cobras as a species if they didn’t evolve more potent venom to deter mongooses.
7. Venom has another important role. It acts as an extreme meat softener; specific enzymes break down the insides of the prey. Normally, a reptile depends on the sun’s warm rays to aid digestion.
8. But I wonder if we cannot use venom to our advantage. In remote parts of India, local hospitality often involves serving leather-tough meat. I chew and chew until my jaws ache. If I were to spit it out or refuse, it would offend our hosts. I swallow like a python ingesting a deer and hope I don’t choke. If only I had venom.
Question-1 What does the passage imply about non-poisonous snakes like the Sand Boa?
A. They are completely harmless. B. They still have some form of toxin. C. They are not effective hunters. D. They rely only on constriction.
Question-2 Why do vipers have such potent venom, according to the passage?
A. To kill as many prey as possible. B. For defense against predators. C. To compensate for their slow speed. D. As an evolutionary adaptation for efficient hunting.
Question-3 What is the primary reason for snakes to evolve more deadly venom, as suggested in the passage?
A. To compete with other snakes. B. To respond to prey’s resistance. C. To attract mates. D. To diversify their diet.
Question-4 According to the passage, what additional role does snake venom serve beyond immobilizing prey?
A. As a signaling mechanism. B. To soften the prey’s meat. C. To attract other prey. D. To mark territory.
Question-5 Complete the following sentence based on the passage: “In the dynamic between snakes and their prey, snakes have evolved more deadly venom because ________.”
Question-6 Based on the passage, how does the relationship between snakes and their prey demonstrate the concept of evolutionary adaptation?
Question-7 True or False: According to the passage, snakes like the Rhesus monkey and mongooses have evolved to develop partial immunity to snake venom.
(1) Temporary and Permanent (2) Poisonous and Harmless (3) Resistance and Susceptibility (4) Predator and Prey (5) Evolution and Stagnation
(a) Option 1 and 2 (b) Option 2 and 3 (c) Option 3 and 4 (d) Option 1 and 5 (e) Option 4 and 5
A. “Snake Venom Evolution” B. “Snake-Prey Dynamics” C. “Snake Hunting Methods” D. “Venomous Adaptations”
Question-10 State whether the following line from the passage is an example of a scientific explanation, an observational fact, a hypothetical scenario, or an ecological insight.
“For instance, Californian ground squirrels are resistant to the poison of the Northern Pacific rattlesnake.”
Answer-1: B. They still have some form of toxin. Answer-2: D. As an evolutionary adaptation for efficient hunting. Answer-3: B. To respond to prey’s resistance. Answer-4: B. To soften the prey’s meat. Answer-5: their prey have developed immunity or similar Answer-6: The relationship shows evolutionary adaptation as snakes develop stronger venom in response to their prey’s increasing resistance, illustrating a natural arms race. Answer-7: False. Answer-8: (c) Option 3 and 4 – “Resistance and Susceptibility” and “Predator and Prey” Answer-9: B. “Snake-Prey Dynamics” Answer-10: Scientific explanation.
1. A youngster quit Facebook in December after spending over three years on the social networking site. With that one act, he silently bid adieu to more than 300 contacts that he had added to his account during that period. Last week, a new feature on Facebook called Timeline forced him to reconsider the pros and cons of being on the networking site. “Everyone has some skeletons in their closet, and I am just not comfortable with Facebook digging out and displaying all the facts of my life on a bulletin board,” says this youngster, who joined the network in July 2007 when he was in class XI.
2. Facebook had compressed the time he spent on the site and arranged it in chronological order. While he initially liked the new neatly organized scrapbook-like feature, he wasn’t happy to reveal posts from the past that, until recently, were hidden under layers of recent updates. Just clicking on a date on the timeline could transport his friends back in time and enable them to view every embarrassing comment, link, or photo he had posted on his profile.
3. “I think it’s a recipe for disaster,” he says. “In 2007, I had some wild posts, which seemed appropriate at that time, but now, after a lapse of four years, I have moved on and don’t want them to be openly displayed for all to see.” And he is not alone. Many users, worried about how Facebook activity could possibly affect their offline lives, are choosing to commit ‘Facebook suicide.’
4. While some have privacy concerns, others feel that the site, meant to bring them closer to their friends, actually does the opposite — it reduces their friendships to something superficial. “Poking and liking are not enough to keep a friendship going,” says a business analyst. Having quit Facebook three years ago, she prefers meeting her ‘real’ friends face-to-face, instead of reading their trite posts online. “On Facebook, people hype everyday issues, including what they ate and where they went on a daily basis,” says this analyst who continues to use Twitter.
5. “Facebook has become a time sink, and I could not justify the time I spent on it,” he says. “I spend more time calling up friends or relatives over the phone now. I also go out and meet people whenever possible and have a good offline life. I do not regret the change.” Today, Facebook has 800 million users, of which 37 million are in India. The site has become an online identity for most, and many of those who decide to quit cannot overcome the withdrawal symptoms and return. Facebook, fully aware of its addictive powers, facilitates this return by allowing users to ‘deactivate’ their accounts but continues to store information on its servers, so that they can return from their break whenever they wish.
Question-1 Why did the youngster decide to leave Facebook?
A. Privacy concerns B. Lack of friends C. Technical issues D. Lost interest
Question-2 What does the Timeline feature on Facebook reveal, causing discomfort to some users?
A. Future plans B. Personal messages C. Past posts D. Friend lists
Question-3 According to the passage, why do some people find Facebook friendships superficial?
A. Lack of in-person interaction B. Too many friends C. Inability to share photos D. Frequent advertisements
Question-4 What does the passage suggest about Facebook’s user deactivation policy?
A. It’s irreversible B. Data is deleted C. It’s temporary D. It’s discouraged
Question-5 Complete the following sentence based on the passage: “Many users are leaving Facebook due to concerns over ________.”
Question-6 Based on the passage, what are the potential impacts of social media features like Facebook’s Timeline on a user’s personal life?
Question-7 True or False: According to the passage, the majority of Facebook users are comfortable with the Timeline feature revealing their past posts.
(1) Public and Private (2) Joining and Leaving (3) Comfortable and Uncomfortable (4) Revealing and Concealing (5) Superficial and Deep
(a) Option 1 and 2 (b) Option 2 and 3 (c) Option 3 and 4 (d) Option 1 and 5 (e) Option 4 and 5
Question-9 Choose the best title for the passage:
A. “The Rise of Facebook” B. “Privacy Concerns on Social Media” C. “Facebook’s User Growth” D. “Online Friendships”
Question-10 State whether the following line from the passage is an example of a personal opinion, a factual statement, a social observation, or a technological critique.
“On Facebook, people hype everyday issues including what they ate and where they went on a daily basis.”
Answer-1: A. Privacy concerns Answer-2: C. Past posts Answer-3: A. Lack of in-person interaction Answer-4: C. It’s temporary Answer-5: privacy and public display of past activities or similar Answer-6: Social media features like Facebook’s Timeline can inadvertently reveal private past activities, leading to concerns over privacy and personal image. Answer-7: False. Answer-8: (c) Option 3 and 4 – “Comfortable and Uncomfortable” and “Revealing and Concealing” Answer-9: B. “Privacy Concerns on Social Media” Answer-10: Social observation.
1. The road to success is not straight: there is a curve called failure, a loop called confusion, speed bumps called friends, caution lights called family, and you will have flats called jobs. But if you have a spark called determination, an engine called perseverance, insurance called faith, and a driver called God, you will make it to a place called success!
2. In spite of all our planning and preparation, unexpected challenges are certain to arise. The bumps in the road are unavoidable, but you’ll never get to your destination if you aren’t willing to drive over them. The difference between disaster and triumph lies in whether you’re prepared and willing to weather the storm. If you’re ready, those bumps will become stepping stones.
3. The key thing to realize is that working harder is not the same as working smarter. How do you work smarter? You just need to have the right skills. People want improved circumstances and a better life without improving themselves. They want victory without paying the price or making efforts. It really cannot happen one without the other. Any improvements that have not been generated by self-improvement are superficial and short-lived. If you want a better future, you have to change yourself. Stop worrying about the various challenges that will come your way. Just believe in yourself and use them as stepping stones.
4. Success is getting whatever you want out of life without violating the rights of others. It is not an accident. Success is the result of our attitude, and our attitude is a choice. Hence, success is a matter of choice, not chance.
5. Today, success represents a holistic and positive attitude towards life. Attitude is everything. Success is not restricted within some kind of brick and mortar premises. It assumes the individuality of complete acts executed with perfection; material achievements do not define life. We don’t remember sports stars for the products they endorse, but for the spirit of achievement they represent. In the abundance of a positive attitude lies the grandeur of a truly rewarding and rich life.
6. Success can be measured from two standpoints—external and internal. Externally, it is the measure of a job well done and recognition. Internally, it is the feeling of achievement and wholeness derived from the completion of a task or the fulfillment of a desire.
Question-1 What does the passage suggest about the nature of success?
A. It’s easily achievable. B. It’s a straightforward journey. C. It involves overcoming various challenges. D. It’s solely based on luck.
Question-2 According to the passage, what role does attitude play in achieving success?
A. Minimal impact B. Negative influence C. Fundamental role D. Occasional importance
Question-3 What is implied about the relationship between self-improvement and success?
A. They are unrelated. B. Success leads to self-improvement. C. Self-improvement is key to success. D. Success is hindered by self-improvement.
Question-4 How does the passage describe the external measure of success?
A. Financial status B. Social media presence C. Recognition for accomplishments D. Number of friends
Question-5 Complete the following sentence based on the passage: “Success is not just about external recognition, but also involves ________.”
Question-6 Based on the passage, how do obstacles and challenges contribute to the journey towards success?
Question-7 True or False: According to the passage, success can be achieved without facing any challenges or making personal changes.
(1) Success and Failure (2) External and Internal (3) Preparation and Neglect (4) Triumph and Disaster (5) Choice and Chance
(a) Option 1 and 3 (b) Option 2 and 4 (c) Option 3 and 5 (d) Option 1 and 4 (e) Option 2 and 5
A. “The Easy Path to Success” B. “Navigating Life’s Challenges” C. “The Role of Attitude in Success” D. “Avoiding Obstacles in Life”
Question-10 State whether the following line from the passage is an example of a metaphor, a literal statement, a philosophical viewpoint, or a scientific fact.
“The road to success is not straight: there is a curve called failure, a loop called confusion, speed bumps called friends, caution lights called family, and you will have flats called jobs.”
Answer-1: C. It involves overcoming various challenges. Answer-2: C. Fundamental role Answer-3: C. Self-improvement is key to success. Answer-4: C. Recognition for accomplishments Answer-5: internal satisfaction or similar Answer-6: Obstacles and challenges, as described in the passage, act as stepping stones that build resilience and character, essential for achieving success. Answer-7: False. Answer-8: (d) Option 1 and 4 – “Success and Failure” and “Triumph and Disaster” Answer-9: B. “Navigating Life’s Challenges” Answer-10: Metaphor.
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Study the issue from diverse perspectives without limiting yourself to leave some room for ambiguity. Take a position on the subject considering its positive and negative aspects. If you believe that a situation has favorable effects, you can dwell solely on the optimistic assumptions. Draft an outline for your writing.
Pick your words carefully to leave a lasting impact. Introduce your thesis statement. In a sentence or two, describe the paper's main idea and how you will disclose it later. Trim it down and edit until the statement perfectly encapsulates the core of your writing. Describe what the essay will be about.
After the discursive essay introduction, students will move on to the bulk of the work — the main body paragraphs. Here it's important to analyse everything to define your work's focus and main principles. The first paragraph includes the author's opinion on the topic. It's where every student needs to start.
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Start with an introduction to the topic. Discuss each essay question in a single paragraph. Begin each paragraph with a powerful issue sentence. Paragraphs with one point usually followed by a counterpoint paragraph. Its style is general for essays as the reader should understand what you stand for.
Answer-7: False. Answer-8: (d) Option 1 and 4 - "Success and Failure" and "Triumph and Disaster". Answer-9: B. "Navigating Life's Challenges". Answer-10: Metaphor. Download the above class 9 Unseen Passage with answers pdf. Here are Class 9 discursive passages with comprehensive guides and examples.