Understanding Narrative and Expository Writing

The video tutorial introduces two types of writing: expository and narrative. It explains the structure and purpose of each type, highlighting the differences in organization and content. Expository writing is factual and straightforward, while narrative writing involves storytelling with elements of suspense. The tutorial also compares the common traits shared by both writing types, emphasizing clear organization, interesting content, and attention to grammar.

What is the primary goal of today's lesson?

• To practice writing essays

• To understand the terminology for two basic kinds of writing

• To learn about different writing styles

• To read a novel

Which two types of writing are being focused on in this lesson?

• Poetic and Dramatic

• Descriptive and Persuasive

• Expository and Narrative

• Technical and Creative

What is the purpose of the writer's toolbox mentioned in the lesson?

• To store writing tools

• To organize writing handouts

• To keep track of vocabulary words

• To collect story ideas

What is the purpose of the handouts mentioned in the lesson?

• To provide additional reading material

• To serve as a reference for writing types

• To test students' knowledge

• To replace the textbook

What is the significance of spelling the vocabulary words correctly?

• To ensure understanding of academic vocabulary

• To improve handwriting

• To make the writing look neat

• To impress the teacher

What is the purpose of the writer's toolbox in the lesson?

• To collect story ideas

• To store writing tools

• To organize writing handouts

• To keep track of vocabulary words

What is expository writing primarily used for?

• To tell a story

• To entertain the reader

• To provide factual information

• To express personal opinions

Which part of an expository piece contains the thesis statement?

• Body

• Appendix

• Conclusion

• Introduction

What is NOT a characteristic of expository writing?

• Uses transition words

• Includes suspense

• Provides factual information

• Has a clear structure

In expository writing, what is the purpose of the conclusion?

• To introduce new ideas

• To restate the topic

• To confuse the reader

• To add suspense