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Task: Read and analyze an expository essay.
Goal: Show that you know what makes an effective expository essay.
You may want to review an example of an expository analysis before you begin.
See the example:
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Key Concept
Have you ever explained something to someone? Maybe you explained some information you learned in school to a family member. Maybe you explained how an object or system works to a friend. Being able to explain a topic and inform an audience is an important communication skill.
Have you ever written a report? If so, you were most likely using the expository style of writing. The expository style of writing helps you to tell readers what you know about a topic or show readers how to complete an action.
An essay is a short written work that makes an important point about a topic chosen by the author. An expository essay, or exposition, is a short written work that explains a topic or informs an audience.
What can readers learn from the essay? The primary purpose of an expository essay is to communicate information to an audience. A well-written exposition presents all relevant information without favoring any particular point of view. The expository style is often the best choice for writing in both school and work.
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