Genre refers to the set of writing conventions (i.e., rules and expectations) that defines a way of writing to a particular audience for a specific purpose in a given context. The genre of a piece of writing is implicit in the choice of structure and style.
Genre: What type of writing is it?
For example, the genre of the Persuasive Essay Example is an essay. Therefore, it uses different conventions than would be used to write a short story or personal reflection.
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