Paraphrasing, Summarization, & Central Idea
What does it mean to paraphrase a paragraph?
Restate something in your own words without changing the meaning.
What text structure shows how one event causes another?
Cause and Effect
Long vowels say their name. Example: Cake.
What is the purpose of an expository essay?
To explain or inform the reader about a topic.
What is a topic sentence?
A sentence that tells what the paragraph is about.
What is the central idea of a passage?
The most important idea the author wants you to understand.
Which structure compares similarities and differences?
Compare and Contrast
Which syllable has the long vowel sound in the word "Humor"?
Hu
Which point of view are expository essays written in?
Third person
What does it mean to write in a formal tone?
Using proper grammar, and avoiding slang or casual language.
How do supporting details help identify the central idea?
By giving evidence and examples.
What does it mean if an author's purpose is to inform?
The author wants to teach or explain something.
What is the root word in "Unhappily"?
Happy
Why should you avoid using "I think" in an expository essay?
Expository writing should be objective and based on facts
What is one strategy to hook the reader in the introduction?
Asking a question, using a surprising fact, or starting with a strong statement.
Paraphrasing restates individual details in different words; summarizing gives the main idea and a shorter version of the source information.
How can you tell if an author if trying to persuade you?
The author uses strong opinions or tries to convince the reader.
Name three common conjunctions.
And, so, or, but, for, yet
What should the conclusion of an expository essay do?
Restate the thesis and summarize the main points without adding new information.
What kind of details should be included in body paragraphs?
Paraphrase this sentence: "Without bees, many fruits and vegetables wouldn't grow."
If bees didn't exist, we wouldn't have many fruits and vegetables.
Identify the structure: "Pollinators are disappearing. Scientists are planting wildflowers to help."
Problem and Solution
What is an independent clause?
A complete thought/sentence. It has a subject and a verb.
Why is it important to organize ideas clearly in an expository essay?
It helps the reader follow your ideas and understand your message clearly.
What is one way to revise your essay for clarity?
Rereading for clarity, checking sentence structure, and removing repetition.