Question

I got an exam of expository writing an im worried sick for it....struggling help me out....they will give any prompts and i have to make an essay out of it, im in 11th grade...

Answer 1

Well, you have to keep in mind that if they can give you any prompt, you have to have an expanded vocabulary and a good base on what an Expository essay is.
The Five-Step Writing Process for Expository Essays
Expository writing is a life skill. More than any other type of writing, expository writing is a daily requirement of most careers. Understanding and following the proven steps of the writing process helps all writers, including students, master the expository essay.

Expository Essay Structure
Usually, the expository essay is composed of five paragraphs. The introductory paragraph contains the thesis or main idea. The next three paragraphs, or body of the essay, provide details in support of the thesis. The concluding paragraph restates the main idea and ties together the major points of essay.

Here are expository essay tips for each part of the essay structure and writing process:

1. Prewriting for the Expository Essay
In the prewriting phase of writing an expository essay, students should take time to brainstorm about the topic and main idea. Next, do research and take notes. Create an outline showing the information to be presented in each paragraph, organized in a logical sequence.

2. Drafting the Expository Essay
When creating the initial draft of an expository essay, consider the following suggestions:

The most important sentence in the introductory paragraph is the topic sentence, which states the thesis or main idea of the essay. The thesis should be clearly stated without giving an opinion or taking a position. A good thesis is well defined, with a manageable scope that can be adequately addressed within a five-paragraph essay.
Each of the three body paragraphs should cover a separate point that develops the essay’s thesis. The sentences of each paragraph should offer facts and examples in support of the paragraph’s topic.
The concluding paragraph should reinforce the thesis and the main supporting ideas. Do not introduce new material in the conclusion.
Since an expository essay discusses an event, situation, or the views of others, and not a personal experience, students should write in the third person (“he,” “she,” or “it”), and avoid “I” or “you” sentences.
3. Revising the Expository Essay
In the revision phase, students review, modify, and reorganize their work with the goal of making it the best it can be. Keep these considerations in mind:

Does the essay give an unbiased analysis that unfolds logically, using relevant facts and examples?
Has the information been clearly and effectively communicated to the reader?
Watch out for “paragraph sprawl,” which occurs when the writer loses focus and veers from the topic by introducing unnecessary details.
Is the sentence structure varied? Is the word choice precise?
Do the transitions between sentences and paragraphs help the reader’s understanding?
Does the concluding paragraph communicate the value and meaning of the thesis and key supporting ideas?
If the essay is still missing the mark, take another look at the topic sentence. A solid thesis statement leads to a solid essay. Once the thesis works, the rest of the essay falls into place more easily.

4. Editing the Expository Essay
Next, proofread and correct errors in grammar and mechanics, and edit to improve style and clarity. While an expository essay should be clear and concise, it can also be lively and engaging. Having a friend read the essay helps writers edit with a fresh perspective.

5. Publishing the Expository Essay
Sharing an expository essay with the rest of the class can be both exciting and intimidating. Remember, there isn’t a writer on earth who isn’t sensitive about his or her own work. The important thing is to learn from the experience and use the feedback to make the next essay better.

Essay Variations
Essay writing is a huge part of a education today. Most students must learn to write various kinds of essays during their academic careers, including different types of expository essay writing:

Definition essays explain the meaning of a word, term, or concept. The topic can be a concrete subject such as an animal or tree, or it can be an abstract term, such as freedom or love. This type of essay should discuss the word’s denotation (literal or dictionary definition), as well as its connotation or the associations that a word usually brings to mind.
Classification essays break down a broad subject or idea into categories and groups. The writer organizes the essay by starting with the most general category and then defines and gives examples of each specific classification.
Compare and contrast essays describe the similarities and differences between two or more people, places, or things. Comparison tells how things are alike and contrast shows how they are different.
Cause and effect essays explain how things affect each other and depend on each other. The writer identifies a clear relationship between two subjects, focusing on why things happen (causes) and/or what happens as a result (effects).
“How to” essays, sometimes called process essays, explain a procedure, step-by-step process, or how to do something with the goal of instructing the reader.

Answer 2

im worried about this is aint easy.....i suck....

Answer 3

tbh english aint important for engineering just need to get throught this..damm

Answer 4

thnxs for answering

Answer 5

If you ever need anymore help just tag me or message me!
I love English, it's the only thing I need for Law and Acting as well as writing a book. Haha c:

Answer 6

i find english tough
thats y i told my parents i prefer doing maths and let my brain do the talking..

Answer 7

how can i get better at english Miss?

Answer 8

im really panicking for 2moro....

Answer 9

I wish I could do math. I've never been good at it. I find English easy.
Well, you can't just "get better" at English.
You could follow the steps that I gave you, look online, I could send you some essay examples, and study up on what you have to know. English is pure comprehension and studying. There isn't too much to it but it isn't so logical as math.

Answer 10

could you give me some example of this essay please thank you...i live in Dubai!

Answer 11

:D

Answer 12

Well also this week on Thursday i got an exam of this book 1984 by george orwell gota read the whole book findiing tough to continue....not into reading books....

Answer 13

I have a few tricks for not reading the whole book.

Start with the last two chapters, read the first two chapters, and skip to some random pages in the middle of the book. Then go online and look at some websites with additional information, as for a plot chart on google for the book, and if there is a movie, watch it too! :)

Answer 14

sure ill take that as a note...but now im worried about 2moro..i read those long stuffs its good...

Answer 15

easier said than done

Answer 16

Starting is the tough part and gathering too , cuz this is a complete new experience to me...

Answer 17

difficult essay.....this is for univ etc....

Answer 18

Oh, it's for a UNI? Those aren't too bad, but they're difficult.
It shouldn't be too hard. As long as you can elaborate on the subject and explain your stand, you should be okay.

Answer 19

no im in 11th grade teacher said this is practice for us cuz later u hv to write this sort of stuffs

Answer 20

Hah! It'll be even easier.

Answer 21

i think the essay is easy , just need to focus , but the difficult thing is the layout and sructure of the essay...

Answer 22

http://www.sbcc.edu/clrc/files/wl/downloads/StructureoowleteneralExpositoryEssay.pdf

Answer 23

link says page not found :X

Answer 24

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/685/02/

Answer 25

http://richard-a-patterson.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Writing_Expository_Essays.6221353.pdf

Answer 26

well, umm thanks

Answer 27

made u my fan for english :D

Answer 28

Do you go school or something?

Answer 29

umm the 2nd link i have it thanks...just need one thing ow should thje layout look like?

Answer 30

Your Cute to be Honest :P

Answer 31

It should looked like
1intro
3body paragaraphs that connect to what you said into the introduction
1ending paragraph that restate the intro


And thankyou! c:

Answer 32

well my teacher gave me this... https://www.edmodo.com/file?id=330a874e7494cf50f826523b991115eb

Answer 33

well anything u want to say to help me do this thing 2moro.....

Answer 34

What should i focus on..or hwo to get get good grades for 2moro :O

Answer 35

Soft u left?

Answer 36

Anyone free to help out..

Answer 37

Well, see, you need to focus on staying on topic.