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Name: Jénnifer Mena

Expository Writing Guide

 Expository writing explains your thoughts in a clear and complete way.
 Expository =

 Break down the word: If you are thinking about a topic, you must be
analyzing it.
 This essay will require you to analyze “The Bet” to be able to
explain your response to the prompt.

Prompt: After read “The Bet,” by Anton Chekhov, write a well-developed multi-
paragraph essay that explains how isolation impacts one’s perception of reality.

Break down the prompt
 What, specifically, does the prompt want you to do?
 Answer: Read about kind of energy drink has consequences to many
teens.
 Look at the topic(s) you are asked to write about--what is the MAIN topic you
will choose to focus on?
 Answer Downing a Monster or Red Bull energy drink brings a
welcomed buzz to many teens.
 Where will you find your supporting evidence that relates to this topic?
 Answer: Due to the health risks that accompany these drinks, many
communities, from Los Angeles to Chicago.
 What is the goal of your essay?
 Answer: to have considered laws banning the sale of energy drinks to
people under 18.
 What is the essay’s purpose?
 Answer: Laws are wise and should be approved throughout the nation
because these products bring far more harm than good to teen consumers.
 What are you going to explain?
 Answer: the consequences of energy drinks.

PreWriting
 Brainstorm by listing anything you know about the main topic of your essay so
you can develop related ideas and specific details to support each idea. Select
facts and information from your own knowledge and experience.
 Create list here:
 Begin to formulate your clear and concise thesis statement.
 Your thesis statement is the blueprint for your essay--it is the most
important piece. The thesis statement drives the structure and content of
your essay.
 It is important that your thesis statement is clear and can be supported
with facts.
 The thesis statement for an expository essay should NOT express an
opinion--rather, it is fact-based.
 You should be certain your thesis statement answers the prompt.