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What is the purpose of expository writing?
What is the purpose of expository writing?
What is the function of a topic sentence?
What is the function of a topic sentence?
What comes after the topic sentence in expository writing?
What comes after the topic sentence in expository writing?
What should you avoid doing in a topic sentence?
What should you avoid doing in a topic sentence?
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What is the author's intention in this lesson?
What is the author's intention in this lesson?
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What is a common aspect of expository writing?
What is a common aspect of expository writing?
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What is the purpose of the closing sentence in expository writing?
What is the purpose of the closing sentence in expository writing?
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What type of writing is often found in newspapers and magazines?
What type of writing is often found in newspapers and magazines?
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What is an example of expository writing in everyday life?
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What is the main topic of expository writing about in the passage?
What is the main topic of expository writing about in the passage?
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Study Notes
Becoming a Teacher
- Everyone has expertise in something, and sharing that expertise is a key aspect of expository writing.
Expository Writing Structure
- Expository writing aims to inform or give facts about a topic.
- Also known as informational writing, it involves presenting facts about a subject.
- A topic sentence is required to state the main idea or general topic of the writing.
- A topic sentence should be broad and not give away too much information, similar to an umbrella covering the main idea.
- Examples of topic sentences include statements about pollution, healthy eating, and football.
- Supporting sentences are required to provide details that explain the main topic, such as facts about pollution, healthy eating, and football.
- Supporting sentences should provide facts, not opinions.
- A closing sentence is required to conclude the writing and remind the reader of the main topic.
- The closing sentence should mirror the topic sentence.
Expository Writing Characteristics
- Expository writing involves presenting facts, not opinions.
- It is similar to a burger, with the topic sentence and closing sentence being the buns, and the supporting sentences being the filling.
Examples of Expository Writing
- How-to guides and recipes are common examples of expository writing.
- Descriptions, such as those found on Netflix, are also examples of expository writing.
- Newspaper and magazine articles often provide basic expository information.
- Textbooks, encyclopedias, and non-fiction books, such as science books and history books, are all examples of expository writing.
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Learn about expository writing structure and think like a teacher by sharing your expertise on a topic you're passionate about, such as soccer, dog care, or art. Discover how to effectively communicate your knowledge through writing.