Expository Essay Structure

What should a thesis statement do in an expository essay?

• A thesis statement should start with "this essay will be about"

• A thesis statement should provide evidence to support the main argument.

• A thesis statement should be a question that the essay will answer.

• A thesis statement should clearly state the main idea or argument of the essay and provide a roadmap for the reader to follow.

What is the formula for writing a thesis statement?

______________ + _____________ + ______________

What is the purpose of transitions in an expository essay?

• To add unnecessary details and lengthen the essay.

• To confuse the reader and make the essay difficult to understand.

• To separate ideas and create a disjointed flow of information.

• The purpose of transitions in an expository essay is to connect ideas and keep the essay organized/flowing.

The number of reasons in your thesis statement should equal

• The number of concluding paragraphs you have

• The number of body paragraphs you have

• The number of total paragraphs you have

• none of the above

What is the main goal of body paragraphs in an expository essay?

• To provide evidence and support (reasons) for the thesis statement.

• To provide a conclusion for the essay.

• To introduce new ideas and concepts.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

An expository essay consists of

• Rising action, climax, and falling action

• Introduction, body, and conclusion

• Stanzas

• None of the above

A thesis statement is the first sentence of a body paragraph

• True

• False

How many body paragraphs do you need if you have two reasons in your thesis statement?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

The thesis statement structure is: answer the prompt +_because + (reason #1) + (reason #2).

• false

• true

Which thesis statement is BEST fit for the following prompt: Write an essay explaining why technology is so important to teenagers.

• Teenagers using technology in today's world is vital to succeed in the 21st century because it establishes self-worth and independence.

• Technology is important to teens because it helps stay connected to the news.

• It is vital to use technology in this world because it establishes self-worth and independence.

• Technology is important in the world because it helps us communicate with our friends and loved ones.