Expository Writing W2L2

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This lesson contains 15 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 1 video.

time-iconLesson duration is: 15 min

Items in this lesson

Slide 1 - Video

What is a topic sentence?
A
A bunch of words put together.
B
It introduces a topic or main idea.
C
I'm not sure.
D
A conclusion.

Slide 2 - Quiz

Could this be a topic sentence?

Roblox is a user created game with many opportunities for varied gaming experiences.
A
No.
B
Yes.

Slide 3 - Quiz



What is paragraph structure?

Slide 4 - Slide

Expository writing is used too...

1) Explain
2) Inform
3) Define

Slide 5 - Slide

Examples of Expository Writing 
Textbooks
Encyclopedias
Instruction Manuals
Essays
Reports
Newspaper Articles

Slide 6 - Slide

What is the purpose of expository writing?
a tell a story
to inform
to explain something
to tell my opinion
to define something

Slide 7 - Drag question

What is the purpose of brainstorming?
A
To draw lots of pictures.
B
To write my opinion.
C
To write a story.
D
To generate ideas.

Slide 8 - Quiz

Okay, let's practice brainstorming.

Slide 9 - Slide

Write down all your thoughts about...
ICE CREAM

Slide 10 - Open question

Now, let's do a quick review.

Slide 11 - Slide

Which of the following are forms of expository writing?
A
a poem about Fornite
B
a newspaper article about Minecraft
C
a report about Roblox
D
a fictional story about Animal Crossing

Slide 12 - Quiz

Is explaining how to play a video game a form of expository writing?
A
Yes
B
No

Slide 13 - Quiz

Week 2 Assignment


1. Pick your favorite brainstorm idea and outline your paragraph. 
2. Complete Edpuzzle
3. Complete discussion questions/provide feedback to peers

OUTINING QUESTION: 
What is the main idea? What are details that SUPPORT the main idea?


Slide 14 - Slide

Week 2 Schedule
Monday: Lesson on Lessonup (this).
Wednesday: Complete the Edpuzzle (link provided in classroom) and answer the discussion question.
Friday: Submit your outlines via the classroom discussion (worksheet found in the classroom).
Sunday: Provide feedback to your peers about their brainstorming topics.

Slide 15 - Slide