Expository Essay Structure

Expository Essay Structure

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English

9th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RI. 9-10.2, RI.11-12.2, RI.8.2

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the standard structure of an expository essay?

Back

An expository essay typically consists of an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion, totaling five paragraphs.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of a thesis statement in an expository essay?

Back

The thesis statement presents the main argument or point of the essay and is usually located in the introduction paragraph.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hook in an essay?

Back

A hook is an engaging opening statement or question designed to grab the reader's attention.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are transition phrases, and why are they important in essays?

Back

Transition phrases help to connect ideas between paragraphs, ensuring a smooth flow of information.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where should evidence be included in an expository essay?

Back

Evidence should be included in all body paragraphs to support the claims made in the thesis statement.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an expository essay?

Back

The conclusion summarizes the main points of the essay and reinforces the thesis statement.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a topic sentence, and where is it found?

Back

A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph and is typically found at the beginning of each body paragraph.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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