Expository Text Flashcard

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What is the purpose of an expository writing piece?

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To inform or explain.

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Which one of the following is the best example of expository writing?

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A science textbook.

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True or False: The introduction paragraph should start with a 'hook' to grab the reader's attention.

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True.

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Expository text should give information that is __________.

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Non-fiction.

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Which is NOT an example of expository writing?

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A poem about trolls.

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What is expository writing?

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A type of writing that aims to explain, inform, or describe.

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Name a common structure used in expository writing.

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Cause and effect.

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What is a 'hook' in writing?

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An engaging opening sentence that captures the reader's attention.

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What type of language is typically used in expository writing?

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Clear and straightforward language.

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What is the role of facts in expository writing?

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To support the information being presented.