Expository Text

Lesson 1 :
Member 1 2nd Quarter
Expository Text
Expository text is a type of
informational text that provides
factual information about a topic
using a clear, non-narrative
organizational structure with a
major topic and supporting
information.
 Characteristics of Expository Text

Information is presented with a clear

organizational text structure which
includes but is not limited to:
description, chronology, comparison,
cause/effect, problem/solution.
The language in expository text is
precise, specific to the subject, and
includes domain specific vocabulary to
explain concepts and information.
 Characteristics of Expository Text

Includes text features that support or

enhance the text such as photographs,
illustrations, captions, charts, diagrams,
tables, graphs and timelines.
Text structure refers to how information is organized
in a passage. The structure of a text can change
multiple times in a word, an even with in a
paragraph. You are often required to identify text
structure a reading text therefore, it's important that
you are given exposure to the various patterns of
organization.
Text Structure: Cause
and Effect
Definition: The
results of something
are explained.
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Text Structure:
Chronological
Definition:
Information in the
passage is organized
based on time.
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Text Structure: Compare
and Contrast
Definition : Two or
more things are
described. Their
similarities and
differences are
discussed.
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Text Structure: Problem
and Solution
Definition : A problem
is described and a
response or solution is
proposed or explained.

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Text Structure: Sequence/
Process writing
Definition :Information is
organized in steps or a
process is explained in the
order in which it occurs.
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Presentation
How to Make Cupcakes
Step 1:  Prepare Cupcake Ingredients
Step 2: Combine Butter and Sugar
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Step 4: Alternate Adding Dry and Wet
Ingredients
Step 5: Fill Cupcake Liners
Step 6: Bake and Cool Cupcakes
Step 7: Frost and Decorate Cupcakes
Thank You!