What is an explanatory essay?
Explanatory essay

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7th Grade
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An explanatory essay is a type of writing that explains a topic or idea in a clear and concise manner, providing information and insights to the reader.
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What is the purpose of an explanatory essay?
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The purpose of an explanatory essay is to inform or explain a topic to the reader.
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How many paragraphs are typically in an explanatory essay?
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An explanatory essay typically consists of 5 paragraphs.
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What is a thesis statement?
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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, guiding the direction of the writing.
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What is a topic sentence?
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A topic sentence is the sentence that tells the main idea of a paragraph.
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What is a hook in an essay?
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A hook is an engaging opening sentence designed to grab the reader's attention.
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What comes after the hook in an introduction?
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After the hook, background information is provided to give context to the topic.
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