Exploring the Elements of Expository Writing

The video tutorial explains expository writing, its purposes, and examples. It contrasts expository with narrative writing, highlighting the absence of story elements in the former. The tutorial covers methods and structures of expository writing, including thesis statements and evidential support. It provides a detailed structure for expository paragraphs and guides on identifying expository prompts. Finally, it suggests topics and prompts for expository writing.

What is one of the purposes of expository writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To give facts and information

• To tell a story

• To express personal opinions

Which of the following is NOT an example of expository writing?

• Graphs and charts

• Newspaper articles

• Non-fiction books

• Short stories

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What is a key difference between expository and narrative writing?

• Expository writing includes characters and a setting

• Narrative writing is always non-fiction

• Narrative writing is always factual

• Expository writing does not include story elements

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When should an author use an expository style?

• When they want to express their opinions

• When they want to entertain the reader

• When they want to tell a fictional story

• When they want to share information

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Which of the following is a method of developing expository writing?

• Comparing and contrasting

• Creating fictional characters

• Using metaphors

• Writing in first person

What should a clear and concise thesis statement do?

• Include personal opinions

• Occur in the first paragraph

• Be vague and undefined

• Occur in the last paragraph

What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in an expository paragraph?

• To introduce a new topic

• To provide a counter-argument

• To confuse the reader

• To tie up the thoughts and emphasize the main idea

Which of the following is part of the expository paragraph structure?

• A topic sentence

• A plot twist

• A fictional character

• A dialogue

What is a key word that indicates an expository prompt?

• Describe

• Imagine

• Narrate

• Create

Which of the following is a suitable topic for an expository essay?

• A fictional adventure

• A poem about nature

• A personal diary entry

• The procedure for fire drills