Explanatory Essay Writing Techniques

Mrs. Robinson's video tutorial covers the process of writing explanatory essays, distinguishing them from argumentative essays. It includes identifying essay prompts, planning methods like the classic list and say mean matter chart, and strategies for reading and organizing texts. The video also guides on developing a controlling idea, structuring introductions and body paragraphs, and writing effective conclusions.

What is the main focus of an explanatory essay compared to an argumentative essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To explain and inform

• To summarize a story

• To argue a point

Which of the following words would indicate an explanatory essay prompt?

• Argue

• Persuade

• Describe

• Debate

What is the purpose of the 'say mean matter' chart in planning an essay?

• To list arguments

• To organize quotes and commentary

• To create a bibliography

• To write a conclusion

Why is it important to read with a pen or pencil in hand?

• To doodle while reading

• To take notes and annotate

• To underline every word

• To draw pictures

What should you do after listing your contentions in a graphic organizer?

• Start writing the introduction

• Write the conclusion

• Submit the essay

• List quotes under each section

What does the 'Gotsa' method stand for in writing an introduction?

• Genre, Author, Title, Summary, Answer

• Goal, Objective, Task, Solution, Action

• General, Overview, Theme, Style, Argument

• Guide, Outline, Topic, Structure, Analysis

What is the 'quote sandwich' format used for?

• Structuring body paragraphs

• Writing the introduction

• Creating a bibliography

• Designing a cover page

What does 'RQ' stand for in the conclusion format?

• Relevant Quote

• Random Query

• Rhetorical Question

• Real Question