Expository Writing PREtest

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What pronouns should be avoided in an expository essay?

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1st and 2nd person pronouns.

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What is a synonym for 'thesis'?

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Claim.

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How many paragraphs should an expository essay typically have?

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4-5 paragraphs.

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Is the thesis statement 'Requiring students to volunteer is a good thing to do because it makes students good community members' strong or weak?

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Weak.

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What does it mean for an expository essay to have an objective tone?

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Only the facts, no opinions.

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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 is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that summarizes the main idea of a paragraph.

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What are transitions in writing?

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Words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing.

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What is the structure of an expository essay?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the thesis.