Expository Writing Lecture Notes

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture on Expository Writing, including definitions and essential components of expository essays.

Expository Essay

A common and demanding essay genre that requires investigation, evaluation of evidence, and the development of a logical argument.

Thesis Statement

The central argument or claim in an essay that provides the main points to be developed in the body.

Body Paragraphs

Sections of an essay that develop the main points, providing evidence and support for the thesis statement.

Conclusion

The final part of an essay that restates the thesis statement and draws conclusions based on the evidence presented.

Cause and Effect

A method of explaining the relationship between events where one event causes another.

Compare and Contrast

A strategy that examines the similarities and differences between two or more topics.

Problem - Solution

A structure for addressing an issue by outlining the problem and offering solutions.

Examples

Specific instances or cases that illustrate a point or support an argument.

Introduction

The opening section of an essay that presents the topic and thesis statement.

Organized Writing

The coherent arrangement of information in an essay that reflects the writer's logic.