Informative

Where should the thesis (what you will inform us about) for your informative essay be located?

• the reference sheet

• the declaration of independence

• conclusion

• the intro paragraph, last sentence

What do you need for informative writing?

• Intro, body, and conclusion paragraphs

• evidence and elaboration

• a neutral tone

• counterargument and rebuttal

Informative writing is different from argumentative writing because

• they are two different writing styles

• they are not different

• there is no argument or counterargument

• what is writing?

Should you use transition words and phrases in your informative essay?

• Not at all

• maybe

• who knows?

• YES!

Do you need evidence and elaboration for an informative essay?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Ask again later

When grading your essays, what do the FSA graders look for?

• purpose, focus, organization

• evidence and elaboration

• grammar and mechanics

• They look for the cloak of invisibility

What are two synonyms for informative writing?

• expository

• argumentative

• explanatory

• narrative

• opinion

What is the primary purpose of informative writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform or educate the reader

• To persuade the reader

• To express personal opinions

Which of the following is a characteristic of informative writing?

• Biased language

• Subjective opinions

• Factual information

• Emotional appeal

In an informative essay, where should the main idea be introduced?

• In the conclusion

• In the introduction

• In the body paragraphs

• In the title