An Explanatory Paragraph and All Its Parts

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What is the purpose of explanatory writing?

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Explanatory writing aims to explain a topic or provide information to a reader.

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What are the first and last sentences of an explanatory paragraph called?

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The first sentence is called the topic sentence, and the last sentence is called the concluding sentence.

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What should the explanation section of an explanatory paragraph do?

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It should explain the writer's thinking in their own words.

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What punctuation is used in a parenthetical citation?

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Parentheses are used around the author's last name and page number.

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What does the 'I' in the I.C.E. structure of an explanatory paragraph stand for?

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The 'I' stands for 'Introduce,' which includes the use of a signal phrase.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence summarizes the main points of the paragraph and provides closure.

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Why is it important to use one's own words in the explanation section?

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Using one's own words helps to demonstrate understanding and ensures clarity in communication.

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What is a signal phrase?

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A signal phrase is a phrase that introduces a quote or a paraphrase, indicating the source of the information.

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How does explanatory writing differ from persuasive writing?

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Explanatory writing aims to inform or explain, while persuasive writing aims to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.