Explanatory Essays: Writing About California's Statehood
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What is the primary purpose of an essay?

  • To compare and contrast different ideas
  • To inform readers about a specific topic (correct)
  • To persuade readers about a particular viewpoint
  • To tell a story about a personal experience

    • What is the function of a heading in an essay?

  • To provide a summary of the entire essay
  • To provide a clear direction for the reader (correct)
  • To break up the text into smaller sections
  • To tell a story about the author's experience

    • What is an example of a useful graphic to include in an essay about the history of California?

  • A diagram of the California state government
  • A picture of the California state flag
  • A bar graph showing the population growth of California over the 20th century (correct)
  • A map of the entire United States

    • Why are headings useful for readers?

    <p>They help readers find specific parts of the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of including multimedia elements in an essay?

    <p>They help readers understand complex concepts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a suitable multimedia element to use in a research paper on a computer?

    <p>A video clip from the Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to find reliable sources for essays dealing with facts?

    <p>Because the information may not always be reliable or true otherwise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of using search engines, like Google, for research?

    <p>They are effective resources for finding graphics or multimedia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you avoid using Wikipedia for research?

    <p>Because online Wikipedia entries can be edited by anyone, so the information may not always be reliable or true</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a good place to find nonfiction books or older newspapers or magazines for research?

    <p>Community or school library</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Elements of an Explanatory Essay

    • An essay is a short piece of writing on a particular subject, aiming to inform readers about a specific topic.
    • Essays typically include headings, graphics, and multimedia elements to make the content more engaging and easy to understand.

    Headings in Essays

    • A heading is a word or phrase at the beginning of a section that indicates what the section is about.
    • Headings help readers easily find specific information within the essay.
    • Effective use of headings includes creating descriptive titles, such as "The Beginnings of California" or "California's Founding Fathers".

    Graphics in Essays

    • Graphics are visual aids like pictures, drawings, or charts that can explain complex concepts.
    • Graphics are useful when explaining data, such as showing the population growth of California over the 20th century via a bar graph.
    • Graphics should be placed under relevant headings and be specific to the text.

    Multimedia Elements in Essays

    • Multimedia elements include video clips, sound clips, or links to audio files that can enhance the essay's content.
    • Multimedia elements can help readers visualize the topic, such as showing unsettled land in California through a video clip.
    • These elements are effective when presenting research papers on a computer.

    Finding Information for Essays

    • It is crucial to find reliable sources, especially when dealing with factual information.
    • Effective ways to find sources include:
      • Using search engines like Google
      • Avoiding Wikipedia due to its editable nature
      • Researching newspapers or magazines
      • Visiting community or school libraries to find nonfiction books, older newspapers, or magazines.

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    Learn about the key elements of an explanatory essay and how to write a standout essay on California's statehood in your social studies class.

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