Understanding Expository Essays

To argue a point

To entertain the reader

To explain and clarify a topic

To persuade the reader

It concludes with a judgment

It takes a side on an issue

It uses emotional language

It provides a balanced explanation

A subjective statement

An opinionated statement

An 'is' statement

An 'ought' statement

Introduction

Conclusion

Evaluation

Orientation

To conclude the essay

To argue a point

To provide a definition and parameters of the topic

To introduce the thesis statement

Cause and effect paragraph

Comparison and contrast paragraph

Descriptive paragraph

Argumentative paragraph

It provides a personal opinion

It presents a solution to a problem

It highlights similarities and differences

It describes a process

Providing a detailed analysis

Arguing for a specific solution

Reiterating the thesis and reflecting on real-world implications

Introducing new arguments

To entertain the reader

To provide a personal opinion

To highlight the topic's relevance to the real world

To introduce new information

Submit it without review

Take it to their teacher for feedback

Add more personal opinions

Shorten the essay