8 Tips For Composing An Exploratory Essay On Divorce

What is an exploratory essay?

The purpose of an exploratory essay is to look at all of the various sides of a question which can be argued. The goal is to explain the question that is arguable, explain all of the different views that people have, and to state your own personal response to it. If you are composing your essay on divorce, here are eight tips you can follow to make sure you do not forget anything essential.

The basic features of your paper

1. Describe, present, and define the arguable question: Assume for example that you have decided to do your paper on the most common reasons for divorce after more than a decade of marriage.


2. Analyzing the situation rhetorically: The analysis can include information such as: if there are any academic studies been done on the subject, if it is currently being discussed on the news, what different attitudes, traditions, circumstances, and beliefs may change people's perceptions, what the history is of your question, etc.


3. Identify at least three major positions and summarize them: There are numerous different positions for why divorce happens. If more than three are needed to add focus and depth to your paper, list them and their summaries as well. Some examples of divorce factors can include infidelity, an abusive relationship, problems with having children, or just growing apart.


4. Declare the personal interest you have in the issue and how you feel: What interest do you have in this issue? Perhaps your parents divorced after many years of marriage, or a friend is contemplating divorce. Explain which theory is the one you favor and why. Use personal knowledge, research, and other evidence to support why you favor that position.


5. The proper outline: Unless you are restricted by your teacher in word count, make sure that your paper contains a strong introduction, a body with a minimum of three paragraphs (more can often be better, especially on topics with numerous views), and a conclusion.


6. Inclusions: Consider the use of visual stimulation, statistics, and charts to add punch to your paper.


7. Don't only rely on feelings: Using feelings to explain your position on the subject is fine, but your entire paper should not be filled with a sad life story. Give equal time to all sides of the question and count on facts to explain them.


8. Peer Proofing: This is one of those types of topics where emotions can quickly heat up. Before you hand your paper in, have a friend read it to make sure that you have not turned it into a persuasive or argumentative essay.