Expository Essay Lesson

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

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

• To present the opposing viewpoints on the topic.

• To provide a conclusion for the essay.

• To provide background information, introduce the topic, and grab the reader's attention.

What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an expository essay?

• To summarize the essay's conclusion.

• To introduce the topic of the essay.

• To provide evidence supporting the essay's main argument.

• To provide a clear and concise summary of the essay's main argument or point.

What are the two main components of a body paragraph in an expository essay?

• topic sentence and supporting details

• thesis statement and evidence

• introduction and conclusion

• conclusion and thesis statement

Why is evidence important in an expository essay?

• Evidence is only important in persuasive essays.

• Evidence is important in an expository essay because it adds unnecessary information.

• Evidence is important in an expository essay because it provides factual support for the writer's claims and helps to establish credibility.

• Evidence is not important in an expository essay.

Which element of an expository essay grabs the reader's attention?

• hook

• bridge

• thesis statement

• topic sentence

What is the role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

• The role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph is to introduce the main idea or point of the paragraph.

• The role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph is to provide a summary of the entire essay.

• The role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph is to present supporting evidence for the main idea.

• The role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph is to conclude the paragraph.

What is the purpose of commentary in an expository essay?

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

• To provide personal opinions and anecdotes.

• To introduce new information not mentioned in the essay.

• To provide analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of the information presented in the essay.

What is the function of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph?

• The function of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph is to provide evidence to support the main point.

• The function of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph is to summarize the main point and provide closure.

• The function of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph is to introduce a new topic.

• The function of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph is to ask a question to engage the reader.

What is the purpose of a universal statement in a conclusion paragraph?

• The purpose of a universal statement in a conclusion paragraph is to introduce new information.

• The purpose of a universal statement in a conclusion paragraph is to contradict the main points.

• The purpose of a universal statement in a conclusion paragraph is to confuse the reader.

• The purpose of a universal statement in a conclusion paragraph is to provide the reader with a practical application or lesson.

What is the primary purpose of an expository essay?

• To entertain the reader with a story

• To persuade the reader to accept a viewpoint

• To explain or inform the reader about a topic

• To describe a personal experience