Expository Essay

• An Expository Essay answers an essential question.
• An Expository Essay explores different aspects of the question and possible answers.
• Words which could cause confusion are defined.
• Examples provide clarity.
• The essential question is restated, either as part of the title or part of the introductory paragraph.
• The reader should be able to follow the author's thinking process as the reason for the answer is developed throughout the essay.
• The author presents himself/herself as an authority. It is acceptable to question ideas, but the final answer must be posed as the correct one.