EXPOSITORY WRITING

WRITING REVIEW 1)What is expository writing? 2)What key word must I look for in the prompt? 3)Why is it important to brainstorm? 4)What are three types of brainstorming techniques that we discussed in class?

LITERARY VS. EXPOSITORY WRITING o Tells a story o Includes a setting and character o Contains a conflict o Includes dialogue o Provides a resolution o Prompt will include a photo o Creative o Explains/discusses a topic o Includes a thesis statement o Contains evidence o Includes commentary (reasoning) o Provides a conclusion o Prompt will be completely textual o Informative Literary Expository

In 1955 medical researcher Jonas Salk introduced an effective polio vaccine. At the time polio was considered the biggest threat to public health, yet Salk refused to profit by patenting the vaccine because he was more concerned with preventing disease than with personal gain. Although many people work to benefit themselves, some people choose to put others first. Think carefully about this statement. Write an essay explaining why people should be more concerned about others than about themselves.

BRAINSTORMING Listing Cluster Model Free-Write

In 1955 medical researcher Jonas Salk introduced an effective polio vaccine. At the time polio was considered the biggest threat to public health, yet Salk refused to profit by patenting the vaccine because he was more concerned with preventing disease than with personal gain. Although many people work to benefit themselves, some people choose to put others first. Think carefully about this statement. Write an essay explaining why people should be more concerned about others than about themselves.

YOUR TURN! Using the listing model, make a list of at least 10 topics you could write about in response to the following prompt: Write an essay explaining what it means to be a true friend.

MOVING FORWARD… Prompt Topic #1 Topic #3 Topic #2

For the prompt below, you will INDEPENDENTLY: 1)List at least 10 possible topics 2)Circle your top three 3)Complete a cluster map using those three topics. Write an essay explaining why a person would lose faith in someone or something.

For the prompt below, you will INDEPENDENTLY: 1)List at least 10 possible topics 2)Circle your top three 3)Complete a cluster map using those three topics. a.You must include two examples for each that can support your response **REFER TO MY EXAMPLE!!** Write an essay explaining why a person would lose faith in someone or something.

What is a thesis statement and how do I write one? Let’s find out! Be sure to follow along in your notes!

LET’S PRACTICE! Refer to the practice questions in your notes and follow the directions. Remember:  Work with a partner to identify the elements of thesis statement.  Be sure to accurately label all present parts.  If the statement is missing an element, state what it would need to make it stronger.

YOUR TURN! Using your cluster map, write a strong thesis statement for the following prompt: Write an essay explaining why a person would lose faith in someone or something.