Exploring Expository Essay Writing Techniques

The video tutorial explains expository writing, which aims to inform or explain a topic to the reader. It covers the types of expository essays, including definition, cause-effect, process, and opposing idea essays. The structure of an expository essay is detailed, highlighting the importance of the introduction, body, and conclusion. The tutorial provides guidance on crafting an engaging introduction, developing body paragraphs with evidence, and writing a strong conclusion that restates the thesis and offers broader significance or a call to action.

What is the main goal of expository writing?

• To inform or explain a topic

• To entertain the reader

• To persuade the reader

• To narrate a story

Which type of expository essay provides a full explanation of a term or idea?

• Opposing idea essay

• Definition essay

• Cause-effect essay

• Process essay

What does a cause-effect essay explain?

• The relationship between two or more events

• The steps to complete a task

• Different sides of an issue

• The definition of a term

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

• To engage the reader and introduce the thesis

• To present opposing viewpoints

• To provide evidence

• To summarize the main points

What is the most important sentence in the introduction of an expository essay?

• The hook

• The background information

• The conclusion

• The thesis

What should the body paragraphs of an expository essay do?

• Present a counter-argument

• Summarize the essay

• Introduce the topic

• Support the thesis with evidence

What is a good way to start an introduction paragraph?

• With a question

• With a strong statement or surprising fact

• With a summary

• With a counter-argument

What should you do after providing the hook in the introduction?

• Present the thesis

• Give background information

• Summarize the essay

• Introduce a counter-argument

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

• To introduce new evidence

• To define key terms

• To restate the thesis and summarize main points

• To present a new argument

What is one way to end the conclusion of an expository essay?

• With a definition

• With a new argument

• With a call to action

• With a question