What is the purpose of a narrative paragraph?
To tell a story or event
What does a descriptive paragraph do?
Describes a person, place, thing, or even
What is the purpose of an expository paragraph?
To explain or give information.
What is an opinion?
A belief or thought about something
What is the purpose of a problem-solving paragraph?
To present a problem and suggest solutions.
What order should events follow in a narrative paragraph?
Chronological / time order.
How many senses can be used in a descriptive paragraph?
→ Five senses.
What type of information supports an expository paragraph?
Facts, examples, logical details.
What must the topic sentence show?
Your opinion / your position.
What does the explanation section do?
Explains why the problem happens.
Name one element of narrative writing.
Characters / setting / plot / conflict.
What tense is usually used?
Present simple.
Give one transition to show order.
First / Next / Then.
Give one phrase for giving an opinion.
I believe…”
How many sentences do you need for solutions?
2-4 sentences
What are the three stages of a narrative event?
Beginning, middle, end
Give one sense used to create imagery.
Smell
Give one transition that gives an example
For instance / Such as / Like
What supports an opinion paragraph?
Reasons and examples.
Give one example of a solution
prepare the bag;
What is the climax of a narrative?
The most exciting part of the story.
Name the three components of a descriptive paragraph.
Topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence.
What are the three main parts of an expository paragraph?
Topic sentence, supporting sentences, concluding sentence.
What does the conclusion do?
Restates the opinion or summarizes.
What should the concluding sentence do?
Give advice or summarize the solution.