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English 1: Expository Essay Explained
The following video explains the definition, purpose, and types of expository essay writing. On the STAAR English 1, the writing component comprises 35%(?) of your overall score. Therefore, in order to write well, you first need to understand the type of essay you are being asked to write.
As you watch the video:
As you watch the video:
- define what the purpose of an expository essay is
- the 4 main types of expository essays
- how the expository essay should be structured
English 2: PERSUASIVE Essay format Explained
Revising & editing
Knowing how to proofread your writing is a valuable skill that you will use beyond high school. But, let's be real. You may not remember the fine mechanics and specifics to effective writing.
On the EOC, there will be ___ questions over the process of revising and editing an essay. This section of the EOC will account for ___% of your overall score.
In the following videos, you will review the following:
On the EOC, there will be ___ questions over the process of revising and editing an essay. This section of the EOC will account for ___% of your overall score.
In the following videos, you will review the following: