Genres in Conversation: Informative Writing

Readers of informative documents often have a specific purpose or interest in the subject. Able-bodied athletes, Paralympic hopefuls, and spectators alike can benefit from information on the current state of parasports, from equipment to competition. The documents that follow — an infographic, a press release, and a Web site — show how writers have used different genres to shed light on the regulations and classifications that shape sports for athletes with disabilities.

Infographic

Press Release

Web Site

Thinking About Genre

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  3. Question 106.3