Informative/Explanatory Writing

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What is a topic sentence?

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The sentence that tells the main idea of a paragraph.

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In which part of the essay should your hook go?

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The introduction.

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What is the organizational strategy that examines the similarities and differences between two or more subjects?

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Comparison/Contrast.

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Why do we need evidence in writing?

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To support, prove, and explain our claim.

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What is another term for informative writing?

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Expository.

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What is the purpose of a hook in an essay?

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To grab the reader's attention.

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What are the main parts of an essay?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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The sentence that summarizes the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the difference between narrative and expository writing?

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Narrative writing tells a story, while expository writing explains or informs.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that states the main idea or argument of an essay.