Explanatory Essay

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