Expository Writing Unit 2 Study

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

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To provide detailed information, examples, and evidence to support the main idea or thesis statement.

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What is a primary source in research?

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A document or physical object which was written or created during the time under study.

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What should the introduction of an expository essay include?

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Hook, background information, and thesis statement.

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Why is it important to include in-text citations in your research paper?

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To give credit to the original authors and avoid plagiarism.

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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 statement.

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What is an expository essay?

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A type of writing that explains, informs, or describes a topic.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is the role of a hook in an essay?

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To grab the reader's attention and encourage them to read further.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources?

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Primary sources are original materials created during the time under study, while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources.

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What is the significance of using evidence in an expository essay?

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Evidence supports the claims made in the essay and adds credibility to the argument.