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Writing an Expository Essay
An expository essay is a writing that conveys information or explains and proves something
Introduction to Expository Writing
In order to classify as expository, an essay needs: a thesis statement at the end of the introduction that answers the prompt
to explain or discuss a particular subject matter
Introduction to Expository Writing
In order to classify as expository, an essay needs: strong evidence that backs up the thesis statement
(in the body paragraphs) a conclusion that makes a final thought for the audience Literary vs. Expository Writing
Literary
Expository
o Tells a story
o Explains/discusses a topic
o Includes setting/characters
o Includes a thesis statement
o Contains a conflict
o Contains evidence
o Includes dialogue
o Includes commentary (reasoning)
o Provides a resolution
o Provides a conclusion
o Prompt will include a photo o Prompt will be completely textual o Creative
o Informative
*The expository prompt page on the STAAR test typically has a lot of text.
Think of expository in this way: it is logical and informative.
STAAR English I Writing
2013 Released
Sample Prompt for Expository Writing
Take risks. Ask big questions. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; if you don’t make mistakes, you’re not reaching far enough.
-David Packard,
Co-Founder of Hewlett-Packard
Taking a risk means acting without knowing whether the outcome will be good. Think carefully about this statement.
Write an essay explaining why it is sometimes necessary to take a chance.
Steps to Complete Before Writing the Expository Essay
Write an essay explaining why it is sometimes necessary to take a chance.
1.) Create a “hook,” which is the opening sentence you will use to begin your entire essay. The “hook” should tie into the prompt in a realistic way.
2.) Construct a thesis statement that directly answers the prompt in a single sentence (last sentence of your introduction).
3.) Brainstorm examples
An expository essay is a writing that conveys information or explains and proves something
Introduction to Expository Writing
In order to classify as expository, an essay needs: a thesis statement at the end of the introduction that answers the prompt
to explain or discuss a particular subject matter
Introduction to Expository Writing
In order to classify as expository, an essay needs: strong evidence that backs up the thesis statement
(in the body paragraphs) a conclusion that makes a final thought for the audience Literary vs. Expository Writing
Literary
Expository
o Tells a story
o Explains/discusses a topic
o Includes setting/characters
o Includes a thesis statement
o Contains a conflict
o Contains evidence
o Includes dialogue
o Includes commentary (reasoning)
o Provides a resolution
o Provides a conclusion
o Prompt will include a photo o Prompt will be completely textual o Creative
o Informative
*The expository prompt page on the STAAR test typically has a lot of text.
Think of expository in this way: it is logical and informative.
STAAR English I Writing
2013 Released
Sample Prompt for Expository Writing
Take risks. Ask big questions. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; if you don’t make mistakes, you’re not reaching far enough.
-David Packard,
Co-Founder of Hewlett-Packard
Taking a risk means acting without knowing whether the outcome will be good. Think carefully about this statement.
Write an essay explaining why it is sometimes necessary to take a chance.
Steps to Complete Before Writing the Expository Essay
Write an essay explaining why it is sometimes necessary to take a chance.
1.) Create a “hook,” which is the opening sentence you will use to begin your entire essay. The “hook” should tie into the prompt in a realistic way.
2.) Construct a thesis statement that directly answers the prompt in a single sentence (last sentence of your introduction).
3.) Brainstorm examples