Understanding Expository Texts

Understanding Expository Texts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Education, Journalism, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Easy

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Sophia Harris

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This video tutorial by Rocío Carreón introduces expository texts, explaining their objective nature and use in academic and scientific fields. It covers two main types: divulgative texts, accessible to the general public, and specialized texts, aimed at experts. The video outlines the characteristics of expository texts, such as third-person writing, clear language, and objective style. It also describes their typical structure: introduction, development, and conclusion. The tutorial concludes with a summary and encourages viewer interaction.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of expository texts?

To evoke emotions

To express personal opinions

To narrate a story

To present concepts or facts objectively

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of expository texts?

Objective in nature

Includes personal opinions

Written in third person

Uses clear and precise language

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of expository text is intended for a general audience without prior knowledge?

Scientific journal

Specialized expository text

Legal document

General expository text

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a specialized expository text?

Academic thesis

Newspaper article

School textbook

Encyclopedia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key feature of the writing style in expository texts?

First-person narrative

Use of technical jargon

Subjective tone

Clear and precise language

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a structural component of expository texts?

Climax

Development

Introduction

Conclusion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

To conclude the discussion

To provide detailed analysis

To present the main topic and approach

To summarize the information

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