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Understanding the Structure and Importance of Expository Writing

Expository writing serves to inform or explain a subject clearly and concisely. This form of writing is structured to support the conveyance of information, utilizing a topic sentence that introduces the main idea, followed by concrete details that provide factual support. Evidence, often drawn from reliable sources, enhances credibility and reinforces arguments. Thoughtful commentary adds depth by exploring the significance of the evidence, while transitions ensure smooth flow between ideas. A well-crafted concluding sentence wraps up the discussion, guiding the reader to the next concept.

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Understanding the Structure and Importance of Expository Writing

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  1. Expository - Body

  2. Topic Sentence: • Concrete Details: • Evidence: • Commentary: • Transitions: • Concluding Sentence:

  3. Topic Sentence: • This sentence does not contain details. It is broad and informs the reader of what the paragraph will be about.

  4. Concrete Detail: • This is a textual truth in your own words which show what you plan to explain or defend. • This is your “WHAT?”

  5. Evidence: • This is a quote or paraphrase from a reliable source that supports your concrete detail. • Include an MLA citation! • This is your “HOW?”

  6. Commentary: • This is your intelligent input in relation to the evidence in the paragraph. (What do you think?) • This is your “WHY?”

  7. Transitions: • These are words and sentences that help transition between ideas and sentences.

  8. Concluding Sentence: • This wraps up your paragraph and prepares the reader for the next topic.

  9. Independent • Introduces topic • Includes critical, factual information (CD) • Includes evidence that supports your declaration (EV) • Includes thoughtful and adequate commentary (CM) • Uses transitions appropriately and effectively • Concludes succinctly. • 10 sentences minimum with appropriate transitions. You may have more Commentary. • Thorough • TS • CD • EV • CM • CM • CD • EV • CM • CM • CS • 10 sentences with appropriate transitions. • Basic • TS • CD • EV • CM • CD • EV • CM • CS • 8 sentences minimum with appropriate transitions.

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