Exploring Expository Writing Techniques for 5th Graders

The video tutorial introduces expository writing, a style used to explain or inform. The teacher reviews descriptive adjectives before explaining expository writing's purpose, such as in biographies and recipes. A fun, detailed example of making a quesadilla is provided to illustrate expository writing's step-by-step nature.

What was the topic of the previous lesson mentioned by the teacher?

• Persuasive Writing

• Expository Writing

• Descriptive Adjectives

• Narrative Writing

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is the main purpose of expository writing?

• To entertain

• To describe

• To persuade

• To explain

Which type of writing would you use to explain a recipe?

• Expository Writing

• Persuasive Writing

• Descriptive Writing

• Narrative Writing

What is one of the key features of expository writing?

• It uses a lot of dialogue

• It includes step-by-step instructions

• It tells a story

• It aims to convince the reader

What should you do first when making a quesadilla?

• Slap the tortilla on the griddle

• Add the cheese

• Get out the supplies

• Heat the griddle

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Why should you slap the tortilla loudly on the griddle?

• To make it cook faster

• To let everyone know you're making a quesadilla

• To flatten it

• To add flavor

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How should you add the cheese to the quesadilla?

• Spread it with a spoon

• Sprinkle it evenly

• Place it in the center

• Bounce it off your elbow

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What should you do while waiting for the quesadilla to cook?

• Set the table

• Do a few dance moves

• Prepare the salsa

• Clean up the kitchen

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

What is the final step before eating the quesadilla?

• Clean up the cheese

• Fold the tortilla

• Add salsa

• Turn off the griddle

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What should you do to avoid getting in trouble with your mom?

• Eat quickly

• Clean up your messes

• Share the quesadilla

• Make another quesadilla

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1