Essay writing

What is an Essay ?

In the most simple terms, an essay is a short piece of writing which is set around a specific
topic or subject. The piece of writing will give information surrounding the topic

NARRATIVE ESSAY
A narrative essay is one which details a story, often times from a particular point of view.
When writing a narrative essay. you should include a set of characters, a location, a good
plot and a climax to the story.

DESCRIPTIVE ESSAY
A descriptive essay will describe something in great detail. The subject can be anything from
people and places to objects and events but the main point is to go into depth. You might
describe the item's colour,where it came from, what it looks like, smells like, tastes like or
how it feels.

The hinge creaks as I open the decrepit case. I am greeted by flowing cascades of
horsehair-the bow is a victim of the mites. It is agony when I twist my fingers to the position,
but to my surprise and the surprise of my children-who were yet to hear me play- I was still
able to make a sound. (A passage from a descriptive essay from The Orchestra Played On
written by Joanna Lipman.).

EXPOSITORY ESSAY
An expository essay is used as a way to look into a problem and therefore compare it and
explore it.For the expository essay there is a little bit of storytelling involved but this type of
essay goes beyond that. The main idea is that it should explain an idea giving information
and explanation.

I am using the phrase Chinese mom Loosely. I know of some Indian. Irish, Jamaican,
Ghanaian and Korean parents who fit the bill too. I also know Chinese moms, mostly born in
the west that are not Chinese moms. I am also using the phrase parents of the west loosely.
These come in many varieties. That being said, even the parents of the west believe that
they are strict, they're not nearly as strict as Chinese moms. For example, my friends from
the west who think of themselves as strict, make their kids play instruments for just half an
hour each day. For a Chinese mom, the first sixty minutes are the easiest. it's the second
and third hours that are tough.

ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY
When writing an argumentative essay, you will be attempting to convince your reader about
an opinion or point of view. The idea is to show the reader whether the topic is true or false
along with giving your own opinion. It is very important that you use facts and data to back
up any claims that made within the essay.
How to write a good essay
1). Read the question properly
Essays should be written to answer a specific issue. The first step must be to analyse the
question.

Essay questions comprise three parts:

Content definitions: Key concepts that are unique to the task

The terms that define the limit: The scope that the subject is focusing on
Directive phrases: What you need to do for the content, e.g. discuss, analyse, define,
compare, evaluate.
2). Create a content outline
Before starting to write an essay, students should create an outline. This will ensure that the
writing flows well and it is organised. It will help the students to organise their thoughts and
make the argument clear and logical. This will help them save time and keep them on track.

3). Create a cohesive essay

Once they have got an outline, they can begin to write an academic piece.

Introduction
The opening paragraph will contain their thesis, which outlines the purpose of their essay. It
will be accompanied by compelling and striking illustrations and examples that connect to
the thesis statement and draw the readers into the story. Creating a strong thesis statement
is very important at this stage. This is the central idea they will discuss and explore in their
paper. The thesis statement must be concise, clear, and persuasive.

A thesis statement is the main idea of a piece of writing. It's typically one or two sentences that
sum up the main points/argument and showcase the reason for writing. In most cases, the thesis
statement is located at the end of the introduction and or the end of the first paragraph.

Body Paragraph
Once they have completed their thesis statement, they need to begin supporting it with
evidence or explanations. Essential points that support the thesis will be in the next
paragraph, and the second most powerful should be placed in the final paragraph.

Conclusion
In the last phrase and paragraph, they should recap their thesis, explaining what their
audience has read and include any information that marks the conclusion of the essay.

4). Make sure to use an active voice

When writing for academic purposes, students should avoid passive voices, because active
cases are more engaging for the reader.

5). Use clear language and simple language to write an effective essay
Ideas should be clear and understandable for the reader and use the proper registrar.
Grammar should be immaculate and sentences should have a balance between the
complexity of the message, versus easiness to read.
Every paragraph should contain just one main idea and flow seamlessly from one to another.

6). Get information from reliable sources

When writing essays, it is crucial to get information from reliable sources. This will ensure
that the essay is accurate and well-supported. Reliable sources can also help make the
argument stronger.

7). Proofread your essay before you submit it

Proofreading the work and editing it can improve the writing’s quality. To ensure the work is
error-free, students should take the time to proofread it and make any necessary edits
before they submit it.

Final Thoughts
Writing an essay is about communicating one’s ideas to the reader effectively. Students
should try different approaches to determine what works for them. Practicing will make
writing easier and an enjoyable process.

Common Essay Topics with Subtopics

Art

censorship of art and artists

creativity

art at school

the benefits of art for individuals and society

funding

Business & Money

small vs large business

international business

family run business

management and leadership

success in business

business and technology

skills vs knowledge for business

materialism and consumerism

Communication & Personality

technology and communication

family and communication

face to face vs long distance communication

types of communication

the development of character and personality

innate or developed personalities

female / male characters

Crime & Punishment

prisons vs rehabilitation

capital punishment vs other types of punishment

criminals - what makes a criminal

major vs minor crime

crime and technology

teenagers and crime

role of policemen

men and women in law enforcement

Economics

cash vs credit cards

saving vs spending

globalisation and economy

world economic issues economic progress and success

Education

children and education

relevant subjects

education and technology or technology in education

role of teachers discipline and rules in school

single-sex schools

uniforms

funding educational aid to poorer countries

Environment

animals

protection of endangered species

ZOOS

environmental problems

saving the environment & solving problems government vs individual roles

Family & Children

family roles

family size

the generation gap

discipline

role models

family and education

Food

health diets

education of diet
traditional vs modern diets

fast food

children and diet

Health

prevention vs cure

funding

health and education poor countries and rich countries

health aid

dealing with global epidemics

hospitals and treatment

obesity

exercise and health

Language

having only one language in the world

methods of language learning

travel and language

the disappearance of languages

language and culture

Media & Advertising

censorship, control and freedom of speech

advertising methods

children and advertising

media and technology

news & reporting

Other Common Essay Topics

Space Exploration

Water and Oceans

Change or Moving vs Stability and Constancy

Reading

paper books vs ebooks

children and reading

books in education

libraries

reading and leisure

Technology

controlling the internet

socialising online

children and technology (safety)

the change in society

letter vs email

storing data

safety of personal information

hacking

Transport

development of infrastructure comparing forms of transport

problems with modern forms of transport

environmental issues

Travel
culture and travel

understanding people and travel

living in a global world

Society

overpopulation

poverty

homeless people

crime on the streets

modern life styles

budget spending

public services

Sport

Sport professionals vs amateurs

salary

equipment sport and learning

sport as a school subject men vs women in sport

types of sport

Work

shift work

women in work

types of jobs (blue collar / white collar)

children and exploitation

part time work

work and technology

employment

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Argumentative Essay Topics

● Should plastic be banned ?

● Pollution due to Urbanization
● Education should be free
● Should Students get limited access to the Internet?
● Selling Tobacco should be banned
● Smoking in public places should be banned
● Facebook should be banned
● Students should not be allowed to play PUBG

Essay Topics on Technology

● Technology
● Computer
● Wonder Of Science
● Mobile Phone
● Internet
● Newspaper
● Science

Essay Topics Based on Environment and Nature

● Pollution
● Global Warming
● Save Trees
 ● Environment
● Save Earth
● Air Pollution
● Environmental Pollution
● Water Pollution
● Save Water
● Rainy Season
● Climate Change
● Nature
● Tree
● Importance Of Trees
● Winter Season
● Rainy Day
● Deforestation
● Natural Disasters
● Flood
● Save Environment
● Summer Season
● Trees Our Best Friend Essay In English
● Water

Essay Topics Based on Proverbs

● Health Is Wealth
● A Stitch in Time Saves Nine
● An Apple a Day Keeps Doctor Away
● Where there is a will, there is way
● Time and Tide wait for none
Essay Topics on Famous Leaders

● Mahatma Gandhi
● APJ Abdul Kalam
● Jawaharlal Nehru
● Leadership
● Swami Vivekananda
● Mother Teresa
● Rabindranath Tagore
● Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
● Subhash Chandra Bose
● Abraham Lincoln
● Martin Luther King
● Lal Bahadur Shashtri

Essay Topics on Festivals on Events

● Diwali
● Independence Day (15 August)
● Holi
● Teachers Day
● Summer Vacation
● Christmas
● Children’s Day
● Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
● Durga Puja
● Janmashtami
● Republic Day
Essay Topics on Education

● Education Essay
● Importance of Education
● Education should be free
● Contribution of Technology in Education