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Narrative vs. Expository Texts

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Young scholars use examples of narrative and expository text to analyze and compare the two styles. Students read articles on life in Lesotho and Madagascar and use graphic organizers and discussion to compare them. Young scholars write a summarizing essay.

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water usage, water, africa, madagascar

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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5 days
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