Expository Essay

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

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The introduction presents the importance of the topic and sets the stage for the essay.

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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, typically found at the end of the introduction.

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Where should the thesis statement be located?

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The thesis statement should be located at the end of the introduction.

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

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Body paragraphs provide evidence and explanations to support the thesis statement.

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How many body paragraphs should you include if your thesis statement has two reasons?

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You should include two body paragraphs, one for each reason.

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What is the 'sum it up' sentence in a body paragraph?

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The 'sum it up' sentence, also known as a concluding sentence, comes after the commentary and summarizes the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is the conclusion in an expository essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points of the essay and restates the thesis statement.

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What is the importance of stating your position in an essay?

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Stating your position helps clarify your argument and guides the reader's understanding of your perspective.

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What is commentary in a body paragraph?

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Commentary is the explanation and analysis that follows the evidence, helping to connect the evidence to the thesis.

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What is the difference between an introduction and a conclusion?

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The introduction introduces the topic and thesis, while the conclusion summarizes the essay and reinforces the thesis.