Informational Essay Map

How would this type of writing be formatted?:

• Narrative

• Informational

• Argumentative

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What type of writing would a map of the world be considered?

• Argumentative

• Narrative

• Informational

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Before writing an informational essay,

• research on the topic should be done.

• you should go to the store to buy something.

• you should take a nap.

Informational essays...

• inform about a topic.

• are fake stories.

• don't make sense.

The books, videos, and articles you read when writing an informational essay are called

• stories

• sources

• aliens

What is purpose of an informational or expository essay?

• To entertain the reader with an interesting

• To inform or explain something to the reader

• To give a strong opinion on a topic

• To persuade the reader to change his/her mind

In an informational/expository essay, what is the purpose of the 3 body paragraphs:

• Making 3 bold claims

• Asking 3 major questions

• Explaining 3 main ideas

Identify the correct outline for an informational essay.

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Which 2 of the following elements will appear in your informational essay:

• Facts

• Claims

• Transition words and phrases

What is the primary purpose of an informational essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform or explain a topic

• To argue a point

• To describe a personal experience