Mastering Expository Writing: Understanding Different Patterns
Expository writing is a form of writing used to explain, describe, inform, or give information. It is structured around a single topic and developed according to specific patterns. This type of writing includes description, sequencing or processes, and comparison/contrast. Through examples and cue words, writers can effectively convey their ideas and engage readers.
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EXPOSITORY WRITING
WHAT IS IT? EXPOSITORY WRITING IS A TYPE OF WRITING THAT IS USED TO EXPLAIN, DESCRIBE, GIVE INFORMATION, OR INFORM. THE TEXT IS ORGANIZED AROUND ONE TOPIC AND DEVELOPED ACCORDING TO A PATTERN OR COMBINATION OF PATTERNS.
DESCRIPTION THE AUTHOR DESCRIBES A TOPIC BY LISTING CHARACTERISTICS, FEATURES, AND EXAMPLES. 1 PROVIDES DETAILS ABOUT HOW SOMETHING LOOKS, FEELS, TASTES, SMELLS, MAKES ONE FEEL, OR SOUNDS CUE WORDS For example, the characteristics are
EXAMPLE OF DESCRIPTION Sits on her porch to express her dismay at people walking by Generally cranky and in a bad mood Mrs. Dubose Very old and wrinkly High-pitched, shrill voice Intimidates kids- Scout says she is the meanest old woman who ever lived. Resident of Maycomb
SEQUENCE OR PROCESS THE AUTHOR LISTS ITEMS OR EVENTS IN NUMERICAL OF CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER. 2 CUE WORDS First, second, third First, then, finally
EXAMPLE OF SEQUENCE OR PROCESS To Kill a Mockingbird Chapter 1 1.) Scout explains her family history. 2.) Scout describes her family and household. 3.) Jem and Scout meet Dill. 4.) The kids decide to lure Boo Radley out of the house. 5.) Jem touches the
COMPARISON/CONTRAST THE AUTHOR EXPLAINS HOW TWO OR MORE THINGS ARE ALIKE AND/OR HOW THEY ARE DIFFERENT. 3 A COMPARISON ESSAY USUALLY DISCUSSES THE SIMILARITIES BETWEEN TWO THINGS. A CONTRAST ESSAY DISCUSSES THE DIFFERENCES. CUE WORDS Different; in contrast; alike; same as; on the other hand
EXAMPLE OF COMPARISON/CONTRAST Calpurnia vs. Miss Maudie ALIKE DIFFERENT Middle-aged women Role models for Scout and Jem Feed Scout and Jem (one cooks their meals, the other often bakes them cakes and treats) Both seen as good and moral women by Atticus Different races Calpurnia is a housekeeper. Calpurnia is strict while Miss Maudie is laid-back. Calpurnia has more responsibilities for the children.
CAUSE/EFFECT THE AUTHOR FOCUSES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TWO OR MORE EVENTS OR EXPERIENCES. THE ESSAY COULD DISCUSS BOTH C AUSES AND EFFECTS , OR IT COULD SIMPLY ADDRESS ONE OR THE OTHER. 4 A CAUSE ESSAY USUALLY DISCUSSES THE REASONS WHY SOMETHING HAPPENED. AN EFFECT ESSAY DISCUSSES WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A SPECIFIC EVENT OR CIRCUMSTANCE. CUE WORDS reasons why; if...then; as a result; therefore; because
EXAMPLE OF CAUSE/EFFECT Adults gossip about him, leading to the creation of cruel myths and legends. BECAUSE Boo Radley has not come out of his house for fifteen years Kids are terrified of him even though they ve never seen him. He may now be choosing not to come out of the house.
PROBLEM/SOLUTION THE AUTHOR STATES A PROBLEM AND LISTS ONE OR MORE SOLUTIONS FOR THE PROBLEM. 5 A VARIATION OF THIS PATTERN IS THE QUESTION - AND -ANSWER FORMAT IN WHICH THE AUTHOR POSES A QUESTION AND THEN ANSWERS IT. CUE WORDS the problem is; the dilemma is; puzzle is solved; question... answer
EXAMPLE OF PROBLEM/SOLUTION PROBLEM SOLUTION Jem, Scout, and Dill really want to communicate with Boo Radley, but are still too terrified to actually see or meet him. They concoct a plan to deliver a note to Boo through an open window at the Radley house.
