Expository Essay Key Vocabulary Terms

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Expository Essay

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A type of writing that explains, clarifies, or provides information.

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Thesis Statement

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of the essay.

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Introduction

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The first paragraph of an essay that introduces the topic.

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Body Paragraphs

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The main part of the essay where the writer develops their argument.

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Conclusion

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The final paragraph that summarizes the essay and restates the thesis.

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Transition Words

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Words or phrases that help connect ideas and provide a smooth flow.

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Evidence

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Facts, examples, or quotes used to support the thesis.

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Analysis

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The writer's explanation of how the evidence supports the thesis.

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Topic Sentence

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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Supporting Details

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Information that explains or proves the main idea of the paragraph.