Exploring Expository Writing Techniques

What is the main purpose of expository writing?

• To tell a story

• To explain a topic with facts and details

• To persuade someone

• To describe a place

What should you focus on when writing an expository essay?

• Multiple unrelated topics

• One main topic or big idea

• Fictional stories

• Personal opinions

What is the first step in writing a great expository essay?

• Choosing a topic you know a lot about

• Writing the conclusion

• Finding pictures

• Asking friends for ideas

What tool is suggested for organizing facts in an expository essay?

• A calculator

• A thesaurus

• A dictionary

• A webbing tool

What are some characteristics of dogs mentioned in the example?

• They have feathers and wings

• They have fur, four legs, and a tail

• They have scales and fins

• They have shells and claws

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What do dogs sometimes eat when their tummies are upset?

• Chocolate

• Cheese

• Grass

• Bread

What are some activities that dogs enjoy?

• Reading books

• Running, sleeping, and barking

• Swimming in the ocean

• Climbing trees

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is a key element to include in an expository essay?

• Imaginary stories

• Facts and information

• Poetry

• Personal opinions

What should you do after thinking about the facts and information for your topic?

• Ask someone else to write it

• Forget about it

• Write it down or record it

• Ignore it

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What can you add to your expository essay to make it more engaging?

• Unrelated stories

• Pictures

• Random quotes

• Mathematical equations