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Expository Writing

Expository Writing. By Miss Murawski. What is expository writing?. Writing that explains, describes, or gives information Root of expository is “expose” Factual—no opinions or emotion Organized Clear and concise Written in the 3 rd person. Organizational Patterns:.

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Expository Writing

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  1. Expository Writing By Miss Murawski

  2. What is expository writing? • Writing that explains, describes, or gives information • Root of expository is “expose” • Factual—no opinions or emotion • Organized • Clear and concise • Written in the 3rd person

  3. Organizational Patterns: • Description: list of features, characteristics, and examples • Sequence: a numbered list or logical order • Comparison: tells how two things are alike or different • Cause and Effect: lists one or more causes and the effects • Problem and Solution: explain a problem and then explain one or more solutions

  4. Pre-Writing • Your essay needs to be organized! • Pre-writing is essential to ensure a well-organized paper. • Choose a pre-writing technique that works best for you and the type of paper you are writing.

  5. Pre-Writing Strategies: • Web: • Sequence: • _______________ • _______________ • _______________ Topic characteristic characteristic

  6. Pre-Writing Strategies: • Comparison: • Cause and Effect: Effect Cause Effect Effect

  7. Pre-Writing Strategies: • Problem and Solution: • Other graphic organizers • Outlining Problem Solution

  8. Expository Essay Format: • Introduction • 1 paragraph • gives background information • gets your reader interested • Strong thesis statement—last sentence in introductory paragraph

  9. Format (cont.): • Body • 2 or more paragraphs depending on the type of paper you are writing • Each paragraph focuses on one main idea. • The first sentence of each paragraph is a main idea referring back to your thesis statement. • Use specific examples, information, and facts. • Use concise, clear language.

  10. Format (cont.): • Conclusion • 1 paragraph • Restate your thesis statement and main points in a different way. • Wrap-up your paper.

  11. Writing Directions • Write an introductory paragraph explaining what the directions are for and why someone would want or need to follow your directions. • Write a list of needed materials: • how much of each item is needed? • Which brand or size do I need? • Be specific!

  12. Writing Directions • Write the steps in order. Make a numbered list. Each step should be clear and concise, but give enough explanation that anyone could follow them. • Define unknown terms or parts • Draw a diagram if needed to better explain the steps. Make sure to label your diagram and refer to it in your steps. • Each step should be one small part of your directions.

  13. Writing Directions • Conclude with a paragraph describing the finished product or result. • Is there any clean-up required? • What do you do with the product/skill? • What are possible complications I may run into? How can I solve them?

  14. Example:Making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich Making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is easy. You just need to follow a few simple steps. It makes a really good snack or lunch and does not take very long to make. In just five minutes you can have a healthy meal that tastes great. It is also inexpensive and holds up well in a lunchbox.

  15. Example: Materials: • two slices of bread (wheat bread will make it healthier) • a jar of peanut butter, any size (you can choose crunchy or creamy, whichever you prefer) • a jar of your favorite flavor of jelly, any size • a plate • two butter knives

  16. Example: Steps: 1. Place the two slices of bread side by side on a plate. 2. Open the jar of peanut butter, and using the butter knife, scoop out one to two tablespoons of peanut butter. 3. Spread the peanut butter on one slice of bread, making sure to cover the entire slice of bread evenly. 4. Open the jar of jelly, and using the clean butter knife, scoop out one to two tablespoons of jelly.

  17. Example: 5. Spread the jelly on top of the peanut butter that you already spread on the bread. Cover the bread evenly. 6. Pick up the second, plain slice of bread and place it on top of the slice covered in peanut butter and jelly. Match it up so that the sides are even. 7. Eat your sandwich.

  18. Example: You should now have one complete peanut butter and jelly sandwich. If you desire, you might want a glass of milk to go with it because the peanut butter will stick to the roof of your mouth. If you want to pack it in your lunch, you can place it in a plastic sandwich bag. It will last a few hours in your lunch box. If you do not plan to eat it within an hour or so, place the sandwich in the refrigerator.

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