Expository Writing: Becoming a Teacher

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of expository writing?

To inform others or give them facts about something (correct)

To tell a story

To persuade others

To entertain others

What is the function of a topic sentence?

To provide supporting details

To introduce a new idea

To summarize the main idea

To tell the main or general idea of the writing (correct)

What comes after the topic sentence in expository writing?

The introduction

Supporting sentences (correct)

The conclusion

A new topic sentence

What should you avoid doing in a topic sentence?

Giving away too much information Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's intention in this lesson?

To teach students about expository writing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common aspect of expository writing?

Providing facts and details about a topic Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the closing sentence in expository writing?

To mirror the topic sentence and wrap up the piece Signup and view all the answers

What type of writing is often found in newspapers and magazines?

Expository writing Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of expository writing in everyday life?

A recipe Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of expository writing about in the passage?

The definition and examples of expository writing Signup and view all the answers

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.

Description

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.