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What is expository writing?

What is expository writing? . Definition: Informs or explains using factual information with a specific text structure. . Expository writing text structures. Compare/Contrast Cause-Effect Problem-Solution How -toSummary . Elements of expository writing . Introduction Paragraph

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What is expository writing?

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  1. What is expository writing? • Definition: Informs or explains using factual information with a specific text structure.

  2. Expository writing text structures • Compare/Contrast • Cause-Effect • Problem-Solution • How -to\Summary

  3. Elements of expository writing • Introduction Paragraph • Hook/Thesis • Body paragraph • Body paragraph • Conclusion

  4. Elements of Expository Writing • Hook: The first sentence in your essay. “Hooks” your reader! • Thesis: A thesis states the central point of the essay. It is often called the controlling idea . It appears as the last sentence in the 1st paragraph. The thesis guides reader , and after they read it they will know exactly what the essay will discuss.

  5. Elements of Expository writing • Introductory Paragraph with Thesis Statement • hooks the reader ‘s interest. • Hook should lead logically to the thesis • Thesis statement appears at the end of the introductory paragraph. • Middle (Supporting) Paragraphs • has its own main point and supporting sentences that support the thesis. • Concluding Paragraph • may draw a conclusion, and restate the thesis statement.

  6. Pizza is my favorite food because . . . I. There are several reasons why pizza is my favorite food. II .It is tasty. A. A variety of cheese tops a pizza nicely. B. Red or white sauce goes well with all the toppings. C .Pepperoni is my favorite topping. III. It is fun to eat. A. Cheese stretches from the plate to my mouth. B. Sharing is easy. C .A single pizza can have a variety of toppings. IV. It is worth paying for. A .Order in. B. Have a party. C .Great leftovers. V. Pizza is my favorite food because it is tasty, fun to eat, and worth paying for.

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