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Expository Writing

Dive into the world of expository writing, where truth meets creativity. Learn how to present important information about various subjects, mastering the art of informing and explaining effectively. Explore the structure of an expository essay, decode its components, and practice crafting compelling introductions and conclusions. Discover the key differences between expository and narrative writing, and equip yourself with the tools to write with purpose and clarity.

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Expository Writing

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  1. Intro to Expository Writing The Truth is Stranger Than Fiction

  2. What are we doing today?

  3. Writing to: Purpose: to present important info about a specific subject/topic. INFORM EXPLAIN What is an Expository Essay?

  4. Expository Essay – Top Flap

  5. Essays News Articles Non-Fiction Books Textbooks Classroom notes Most letters EXAMPLES Expository Writing

  6. Make a plan! O U T L I N E BODY

  7. No characters No setting No story unless it is a concrete detail in your essay Focus is to explain or inform I, me, myself, my, we Expository vs. Narrative

  8. INTRODUCTION

  9. Section 1 Hook

  10. Section 2 BRIDGE

  11. Section 3 THESIS

  12. Practice writing a thesis statement with the following prompt:Write an essay explaining what it means to be a survivor.**Remember to label Topic, Position, and Reason.

  13. Sample Hook, Bridge, and Thesis Prompt: Write an essay explaining what it means to be courageous. Hook: John Wayne once said, “Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.” Bridge: Since then, this iconic man has inspired many to do what they have always feared. Thesis: Being courageous means standing up for your beliefs no matter how frightening, in order to make progress.

  14. Practice writing a solid introduction with the following prompt:Write an essay explaining what it means to be a survivor.**Remember to use your foldable to create a good hook, bridge, and thesis.

  15. Section 4 TOPIC SENTENCE

  16. Section 5 TRANSITIONS

  17. Section 6 CONCRETE DETAILS

  18. Section 7 COMMENTARY

  19. Section 8 CONCLUDING STATEMENT

  20. Section 8ESSAY STRUCTURE & SAMPLE ESPOSITORY ESSAY Use a glue stick to paste this on the back of your foldable. I was NICE and didn’t make you copy it down. You’re welcome 

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