1. Activator Prompt: What are the elements of expository writing?

2. Elements of Expository Writing
Purpose
To inform
Examples
Newspaper
Textbook
Magazine article
Brochures
Characteristics
One expository passage may be organized using several different text structures.
Text Structures:
Cause/effect
Chronological
Compare/contrast
Description
Problem/solution

3. Parts of an Expository Essay
Introductory Paragraph
Hooks the reader
Provides background information on the topic
Includes the thesis statement
Thesis Statement
tells the purpose of the writing
tells the main idea of the writing
usually just one sentence
everything else in the paper supports this statement

4. Parts of an Expository Essay
Body Paragraphs
Support your thesis statement
Provide evidence
Each paragraph contains a topic sentence.
Topic Sentence:
Tells the main idea of the paragraph

5. Parts of an Expository Essay
Concluding Paragraph
Restate the thesis statement
Summarize your essay
Give the reader an opportunity to think deeper (a lasting thought)

6. Resources
Video Handout

7. Works Session
Think- Read the Test-Prep passages and answer the questions on your own (silently).
Pair- Compare your answers with a partner.
Share- Students will be randomly selected to share how they got the answer with the whole class.