26+ ‘Explanation’ Writing Prompts
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Understanding Decimal Notation
Write an essay to explain decimal notation to a person from the 12th century.
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Exploring Country Cultures
Choose a country you’ve never visited before, research its culture, traditions, geography, and history, then write about it.
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Ice Cream Island
Imagine if you were stuck on an island and you could only bring one flavor of ice cream, which one would it be and why?
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The Powerful Pizza
If you had the chance to design your own pizza with limitless toppings, what would it be like and why?
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Puzzle Of The Paranormal
Delve into a haunting mystery that seems inexplicable only to be revealed with a chillingly rational explanation.
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The Last Will and Testament
A dying woman leaves behind letters in place of a traditional will, addressing each of her prized possessions to specific individuals with an attached explanation.
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Time Capsule Chronicles
Imagine you’re creating a time capsule to be opened in 100 years. List the objects you’d include with a detailed explanation of why.
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The Grand Heist
Compose a narrative around a group of non-professional thieves who are thrust into performing a dangerous heist.
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The Life Cycle of a Butterfly
Write a step-by-step explanation of the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly.
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Making Math Accessible
Discuss taking a complex math problem and making it accessible and understandable through written explanations.
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Fearful Reality Check
Write about a character who starts seeing sinister figures that no one else can see.
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Cursed Forest Expedition
A scientist stumbles upon a secluded forest that houses a terrifying curse.
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“The Forgotten Veterans Day Parade”
In your story, a historic Veterans Day parade tradition is inexplicably canceled.
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Disappearing Tracks
Craft a tale where people disappear without any trace or explanation, leaving the society in turmoil.
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Haunted Homicide
Weave a tale where a detective must solve a murder directly linked to a haunted building.
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Narrative of the Abandoned
Imagine you are the remnant of a once-passionate romance, left behind without warning or explanation. Write a heart-wrenching monologue revealing your feelings.
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The Missing God
Imagine that one of the gods has gone missing and it’s up to Percy and his pals to find them.
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Touched by the Maker
Imagine your character has witnessed a miracle attributed to Andraste. Describe the event and its aftermath.
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Emotional Realities Behind the Clinical Definition
Write about the difference between the clinical definition of depression and its emotional realities.
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Deconstructing Depression Stereotypes
Write about a common stereotype related to depression and debunk it with facts or personal experiences.
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Breaking Down Stigmas
Imagine you’ve organized a public talk aimed at breaking down stigmas around depression and suicide – write the speech you would deliver.
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Frightening Flora
A town is plagued by their flora: plants and trees seem to have a life of their own and start causing horrifying mishaps.
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The Phantom Reflection
Imagine a scenario where one day, your protagonist wakes up to find their reflection in the mirror behaving independently.
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The Great Gender Wage Gap
Write a detailed explanation about the gender wage gap, its causes, effects, and potential solutions.
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The Climate Change Complication
Write an in-depth explanation detailing the causes of climate change and the effects it has on our world.
