1. Expository Writing
Famous speeches

2. Expository Writing
Expository writing is a type of writing that is used to explain, describe, give information, or inform. 
The text is organized around one topic and developed according to a pattern or combination of patterns. 
Examples: Descriptive, Sequential, Compare/Contrast, Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution

3. What is the purpose of an Expository essay or text?
The purpose of the expository essay is to explain a topic in a logical and straightforward manner. Without bells and whistles, expository essays present a fair and balanced analysis of a subject based on facts—with no references to the writer's opinions or emotions.

4. Expository writing is a LIFE SKILL.
"Writing done for everyday purposes often falls into the category of expository writing, which includes newspaper articles, college essays, and business memos and letters. Expository writing explains and often summarizes a topic or issue." (Brandon Royal, The Little Red Writing Book. Writer's Digest Books, 2004)

5. SPEECHES THE 4 “Ws” of Speeches When was the speech delivered?
Where was the speech given?
Who was the speaker and who might be in the audience, given the time and place?
What was the speech about? What do the topics and themes tell us about the historical moment?

6. More on the speech poster…
What was the message?
What does the speech tell us about the speaker and the audience?