Parts of a Literary Essay
What is the introduction?
This is the first paragraph that introduces the topic and thesis
What is a motif?
A recurring image, word, or idea in literature.
What is a transition?
This connects your paragraphs logically.
What does an expository essay do?
Explains a topic using facts and examples
The word Orwellian refers to the work of?
George Owell
What is the body paragraph?
This section supports your thesis with evidence and analysis.
What is a metaphor?
A comparison without using "like" or "as".
What are topic sentences?
These go at the beginning of body paragraphs to introduce a new idea.
What is the basic structure of an expository essay?
Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
Orwellian is usually used to mean ___________ based on Orwell´s book in 1984
Authoritarian
What is the conclusion?
This paragraph wraps up the essay and restates the thesis.
What is irony?
When the opposite of what is expected happens.
What are transition words or connectors?
"Furthermore", "however", and "for example" are examples of these.
Should an expository essay include opinions? Why or why not?
No, because it should remain objective and unbiased
Is it true or false: George Orwell gave his unconditional endorsement to all left-leaning political parties
False
What are transitions?
These sentences connect your ideas and give your essay flow.
What is a simile?
A comparison using "like" or "as".
What is three?
This is the typical number of body paragraphs in a basic essay.
What kind of language should be used in an expository essay?
Clear, formal, and straightforward
Is it true or false: Orwell thoughts that languages shaped our thoughts opinions
True
What is the thesis statement?
The last sentence of the intro that clearly states your main argument.
What is personification?
Giving human traits to non-human things.
What are restated thesis, summary of points, and final idea?
These three things should appear in your conclusion.
What is the difference between a persuasive and an expository essay?
A persuasive essay tries to convince; an expository one explains
discourages independent and critical thought
Mention ion one of the effects of introducing “Newspeak”