Amplify Liberty & Equality Expository Writing Unit

About how many paragraphs should an essay have?

• 1-3 paragraphs
• 4-5 paragraphs

Which is an example of a definition or expository essay?

• An essay that gives facts or examples about a real, non-fiction topic
• An essay that tells a story about a made-up, fictional person or event

Which is an example of proper labeling?

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Which makes a better title for a definition or expository essay?

• The Tale of Superman
• How Do You Define Heroism?

What is a "hook" in writing?

• An opening statement that catches your reader's attention.
• The ending statement that closes your essay.

What is a thesis statement?

• The concluding statement that wraps up what the essay was about.
• It is part of the introduction of the essay and summarizes the main points of what the entire paper is about.

Why do you need sources of information & evidence in a definition/expository essay?

• To make my writing more believable.
• To prove my point more strongly.
• To make my writing sound better.
• To make my points more clear and easier to understand.
• To add extra things so my essay is longer.

What does it mean to explain or elaborate on something?

• To summarize just the key details
• To give examples or more information

What is the correct way to cite something from a source (like a text or website)?

• According to the text, "Abraham Lincoln had a belief that slavery in America had to end" (McGrath).
• The text from the Springboard book says that Abraham Lincoln had a belief that slavery in American had to end.

What is the purpose of a conclusion?

• To restate the thesis, summarize the main evidence/details from the body paragraphs, and give an insightful closing to your essay.
• To restate everything from the introduction and the body paragraphs to make sure your readers really understand it.