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Pre-Assessment
1. What is the purpose of expository writing?
2. What is the basic structure of the introduction (3 things)?
3. What is a thesis statement?
4. What is the basic structure of the body paragraph (3 things)?
5. What is a topic sentence?
Examples
Letters Newsletters Definitions Instructions Guidebooks Catalogues
Newspaper articles Magazine articles Manuals Pamphlets Reports Research papers.
Expository Writing
The writer understands the topic
The writer shares that knowledge through writing
Effective Expository Writing
The writer clearly communicates the information and effectively shares the knowledge so the reader will understand.
Expository Structure Introduction
Hook Summary Thesis statement
3 Body Paragraphs Topic sentences Supporting Details Elaboration
Conclusion Wrap-up Significance
Expository Introduction
Hook General statement about the prompt to “hook” the
reader Summary
1-2 sentence summary about the topic Thesis Statement
The statement that directly answers the prompt Includes 3 main points/reasons (“3-part thesis
statement”)
Thesis Statement
Need three main points/reasons (x, y, z) Example:
Taking the garbage out is such a horrible task because it stinks, it is sticky, and the dogs always carry it away.
X=it stinks Y=it is sticky Z=the dogs always carry it away
Thesis, cont.
Example: The life of the typical high school student is
characterized by time spent studying, attending class, and socializing with peers.
X= ? Y= ? Z = ?
Body Paragraphs
Topic Sentence The first sentence of every body paragraph The mini-thesis related to x, y OR z
Supporting Detail Specific examples the author uses to defend the
thesis of the essay Elaboration
Additional information related to the supporting details in the body of the essay
Topic Sentence
Thesis: Taking the garbage out is such a horrible task because it stinks, it is sticky, and the dogs always carry it away.
Body Paragraph 1 – topic sentence The worst part about taking out the trash is the
stench it leaves behind. Body Paragraph 2 – topic sentence
The sticky and gooey part of empting the trash makes it almost unbearable.
Body Paragraph 3 – topic sentence It is a challenge to get the trash past the dogs.
Timed Writing: Expository
Use the ABC Strategy…Attack the promptBrainstorm your ideasChoose your organization
Timed Writing
“Good writers are those who keep the language efficient. That is to say, keep it accurate, keep it clear.”
-Ezra Pound
Transitions
Transitions link ideas together to create coherence in an essay.
Transition Words – must use to introduce topic sentences and concrete details
Sample Transition Words: First, Next, For example, Second, In addition, For instance, Third, Furthermore, Finally,
Sample Prompt
Best friends are special people in our lives. Think about your best friend and reasons that you like him or her. Think about things that you enjoy doing together. Write a paper telling about your best friend. Include at least three reasons why s/he is your best friend. Remember to use specific details to explain and support your reasons.
Reflection
1. Write the definition of expository writing in your own words.
2. Give two examples of expository writing.
3. Explain why sophomores should care about expository writing.
4. What is the basic structure of the introduction?
5. What is a thesis statement?
6. What is the basic structure of the body paragraph?
7. What is a topic sentence?
8. What does A-B-C stand for?