WorksheetsExplanatory Essay
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 3mins
An Explanatory Essay's purpose is to persuade the reader to agree with the writer's opinion.
True
False
What is the purpose of Explanatory Writing?
to tell a story
to explain
to tell jokes
to argue
An Explanatory Essay is made up of how many sections.
1
2
3
4
This part of the essay grabs the reader's attention.
Body
Thesis
Supporting Details
Hook
The purpose of a Roadmap is . . .
to find your way in a new place.
to use a quote and cite it.
to give the main idea of the essay.
to state all the main points to be covered in the essay.
The thesis statement is compose (made up) of . . .
The writer's opinion or belief in regards to the topic.
Details about the topic.
A quote that provides evidence.
Background information.
The statement of topic in each body paragraph should include . . .
A thesis statement
The main idea of the paragraph
An explanation of facts
An engaging fact
Body paragraphs support the main ideas through the use of . . .
Transition words
Evidence and explanations
Summary sentences
Topic statements
How do you end your essay?
Write a final thought that leaves readers thinking
Write a counterclaim for the opposite side.
Refute any argument against your side.
Repeat the first sentence.
The conclusion should repeat the thesis exactly as it was in the introduction.
True
False
