Expository/Informational Essay Vocabulary

Hook

• A type of fishing equipment used to catch fish.

• An engaging opening sentence or question designed to grab the reader's attention.

• A method of securing a door or window.

• A musical term referring to a catchy part of a song.

Cohesion

• The quality of being logically connected and consistent throughout a piece of writing.

• The ability to attract and hold attention in writing.

• The use of complex vocabulary to impress the reader.

• The process of revising and editing a draft for clarity.

Revision

• The process of reviewing and making changes to a piece of writing to improve clarity and effectiveness.

• A method of creating new content without any prior review.

• The act of finalizing a document without any edits.

• A technique used to memorize information without understanding.

Metaphor

• A type of literal expression

• A figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, often used for comparison.

• A synonym for simile

• A grammatical structure used in poetry

Structure of an Informational Essay

• An informational/expository essay consists of an introduction, body paragraph(s), and conclusion.

• An informational/expository essay consists of a title, abstract, and references.

• An informational/expository essay consists of a thesis statement, body paragraphs, and a bibliography.

• An informational/expository essay consists of a hook, supporting details, and a summary.

Tone

• The emotional atmosphere of a piece of writing.

• The writer's attitude toward the subject, which can be conveyed through word choice and style.

• The main idea or theme of the text.

• The physical setting in which the story takes place.

Body Paragraph

• A section of an essay that develops a specific point or argument related to the thesis.

• An introductory statement that outlines the main idea of the essay.

• A concluding section that summarizes the main points of the essay.

• A brief overview of the entire essay's content.

Thesis Statement

• A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

• A detailed explanation of the essay's content.

• An introduction to the author's background.

• A conclusion that summarizes the essay's findings.

Simile

• A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

• A type of metaphor that does not use 'like' or 'as'.

• A statement that contradicts itself but reveals a truth.

• A figure of speech that exaggerates for emphasis.

Audience

• The intended readers or viewers of a piece of writing.

• A group of people who perform together.

• The physical location where a performance takes place.

• The main character in a story.