Expository Writing

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What is expository writing?

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Expository writing is a type of informational text that aims to explain, inform, or describe a topic to the reader.

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What is the purpose of expository writing?

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The purpose of expository writing is to inform or explain a subject to the reader.

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What should a thesis statement include?

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A thesis statement should respond to the prompt and provide three reasons to support the topic.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of expository writing?

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A short story is NOT an example of expository writing.

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What are the components of an introduction in expository writing?

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An introduction consists of a hook, building sentences, and a thesis statement.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening sentence or question that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is a topic sentence?

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

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific examples or quotes from a text that support a claim or argument.

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What is the difference between expository writing and narrative writing?

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Expository writing informs or explains, while narrative writing tells a story.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.