How to Write an Expository Essay
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EXPOSITORY ESSAY
An expository essay is a type of essay in which the purpose of the author is to inform the reader of their topic. An expository essay is written in the third person.
INTRODUCTION
- introduces the general topic of what you will be explaining in your essay
- does not yet get into specifics of your topic
- discusses any background information regarding the topic
- state thesis
- use the introduction to grab the attention of the reader
- state your position on the topic that you will support with evidence in your body paragraphs
- will reflect a judgment that a writer has made
- the bulk of what you are writing about and analyzing
- specifically addresses the topic of what you are writing
- provide and cite evidence when needed
- each of the body paragraphs should cover a separate point that develops the thesis and should only cover that one point for each paragraph
How to cite evidence
CONCLUSION
- restate thesis
- bring all your thoughts and ideas to a close
- conclude with something that makes the reader think further about your topic
- make sure to re-address your topic
- do not bring up new thoughts or ideas in conclusion
SENTENCE STRUCTURE/WORD CHOICE/GRAMMAR
- sentences should make sense and not confuse the reader or bring them off topic
- use words that will only express your thoughts even further, not words that will bring your essay off topic
- use correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization
- use transitions when switching to a different topic of your thesis
- use as many paragraphs and sentences as needed to write your expository essay
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