This is a type of non-fiction in which points are made in order to convince, bring new knowledge, and offer suggestions.
This type of writing is mostly used when debating, or rebuffing something. Points are presented and opinions are also countered, thus type of non-fiction writing is meant to convince.
He pride's himself as a wine taster and Montessor uses this against him. Additionally when they head into the catacombs Fortunato refuses to back out even he is dizzy and is drunk.