What is the primary purpose of an expository essay?

Understanding Expository Essays

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To argue a point
To entertain the reader
To explain and clarify a topic
To persuade the reader
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How does an expository essay differ from an argumentative essay?
It concludes with a judgment
It takes a side on an issue
It uses emotional language
It provides a balanced explanation
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What type of statement is used in an expository essay thesis?
A subjective statement
An opinionated statement
An 'is' statement
An 'ought' statement
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following is NOT part of the expository essay structure?
Introduction
Conclusion
Evaluation
Orientation
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the role of the orientation paragraph in an expository essay?
To conclude the essay
To argue a point
To provide a definition and parameters of the topic
To introduce the thesis statement
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which type of paragraph is NOT typically found in the body of an expository essay?
Cause and effect paragraph
Comparison and contrast paragraph
Descriptive paragraph
Argumentative paragraph
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a key feature of a comparison and contrast paragraph in an expository essay?
It provides a personal opinion
It presents a solution to a problem
It highlights similarities and differences
It describes a process
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