Essay Topics and Examples
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Looking for examples of essay topics? We've put together topic ideas on a wide range of subjects. They are meant as food for thought and, hopefully, as a source of inspiration. The topics are divided into the following types of essays.
Types of essays
- Argumentative (persuasive) essays
- Compare and contrast essays
- Cause and effect essays
- Informative essays
Take a look at the examples below. Keep in mind that these are only suggestions, and you should always follow the guidelines given by your teacher.
| Argumentative | Compare and contrast | Cause and effect | Informative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Why we should save the rain forest | Consequences of rain forest depletion | How the rain forest alleviates global warming | What you need to know about the rain forest |
| Is sushi good for your health? | The pros and cons of sushi | Connection between sushi consumption and health benefits | The origins of sushi |
| Why string theory fails as a theory | How string theory differs from quantum theory | Are the laws of the universe generated by one-dimensional strings? | A brief history of string theory |
| Being cool isn't really cool | A comparison of different cultures' views on coolness | The striking correlation between perceived coolness and study results | Understanding the implications of being cool |
| We need a bicycle revolution | Bicycle vs. car from the environment's perspective | How biking to work reduces pollution | Musings of a bicycle-loving individual |
| The revolutionary method of multitasking | How handling one task at a time is better than multitasking | Multitasking leads to a decline in efficiency | What is multitasking? |
What to do now?
By now you should have a basic idea of the different types of essays. Don't just copy one of the examples above; use them as inspiration for a topic of your own. When you're ready to start writing, read our guide on how to write an essay.