Expository Essay Structure

Expository Essay Structure

Expository Essay Key Points

• 4 paragraphs

• Focus on the TOPIC not you.

• Formal writing, watch your tone.

Introduction (2-4) sentences

• Start with an introduction strategy ( Quote, Turnabout, hyperbole)

• Thesis statement should be the LAST sentence of your introduction.

Body Paragraphs (7-8 sentences)

• Body paragraphs should always start with a topic sentence. The topic of your 1st body paragraph should match with the 1st reason of your THESIS statement.

• After your topic sentence you elaborate.

Prompt: Write an essay about the effects of technology.

• Introduction Example-  Technology has turned people into screen zombies; however, technology can be a beneficial tool. Technology affects society by providing beneficial tools such as online learning and communication.

  
  

  
  

Multiple Choice

Based on the thesis statement, what will be the focus of the 1st body paragraph?

Technology affects society by providing beneficial tools such as online learning and communication.

• technology's beneficial tools

• online learning

• communication

• technology

Multiple Choice

Based on the thesis statement, what will be the focus of the 2nd body paragraph?

Technology affects society by providing beneficial tools such as online learning and communication.

• technology's beneficial tools

• online learning

• communication

• technology

Multiple Choice

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?

The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly and low maintenance.

• Also, cats have unique personalities.

• Cats are considered the best type of pet because they are friendly.

• Furthermore, cats are ideal because they are low maintenance.

Multiple Choice

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?

Schools should start later in the day because it would allow for more sleep and be more convenient for both students and parents.

• To begin, if school started later, it would also get out later.

• Teens would be able to sleep in longer and feel more rested for the start of the day.

• Most importantly, a later start time would be easier for parents and students to plan around.

Multiple Choice

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?

Although there are those who claim otherwise, sports are not overrated because they keep people active and instill valuable life lessons in those that play them.

• To begin with, sports can be an important part of an active lifestyle.

• Next, sports teams help build a sense of community and pride in a school.

• Finally, the learning that occurs on the field is as important as that which occurs in the classroom.

Body Paragraphs Elaboration

• Example

• Anecdote (Personal Story)

• Explain Why

• Literary Devices

Multiple Choice

Identify the following

Participating in sports is like breathing air. Sports can often become a persons escape and help deal with everyday struggles in a positive way.

• example

• anecdote

• explain why

• literary devices

Multiple Choice

Identify the following

It is necessary to fund sports for school because it is proven to improve a sense of community.

• literary devices

• explain why

• anecdote

• example

Multiple Choice

Identify

I played baseball for my middle school and it helped me keep up with my school work. I loved the sport therefore I knew that I had to to keep my grades up or I would not be allowed to play.

• example

• anecdote

• literary devices

• explain why

Multiple Choice

Identify

Many famous athletes support their communities by donating money or hosting camps for underprivileged children. NFL players from the Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys are known to participate in these events.

• anecdote

• explain why

• example

• literary devices

Conclusion

• Restate your 2 subject

• Restate your 2 points

• Closing sentence

Closing Sentences Examples

• Sentence about the future- If sports continue to be properly funded performance in schools would increase and give children a better future.

• A lesson learned- Sports provide many lessons that can apply to everyday lives such as the the fact that success requires sacrifice.

• Interesting thought- Some universities make 1 billion dollars in revenue from sports.