Expository Essay

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What are the main components of an expository essay?

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Introduction, body, and conclusion.

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What should examples in an expository essay do?

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Help explain the thesis.

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In which paragraph can the thesis statement be found?

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In the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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What helps an essay flow smoothly from one idea to the next?

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Transitions.

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What is a thesis statement?

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The sentence which states the main idea of the paper.

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What is the purpose of an expository essay?

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To explain, inform, or describe a topic.

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What type of language should be used in an expository essay?

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Clear, concise, and objective language.

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What is the role of the introduction in an expository essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is the function of body paragraphs in an expository essay?

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To provide evidence and examples that support the thesis.

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What should the conclusion of an expository essay do?

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Summarize the main points and restate the thesis.