研究生英语写作Exposition（1）.pptVIP

Prepared by Barbara LI Yue Guilin University of Electronic Technology Expository Writing (I) Basic Knowledge for Exposition Exposition Definition of Exposition Structure of Exposition Elements of Expository Text Example Definition of Exposition Exposition is explanation To explain the objective character and nature of things. To clarify the occurrence and development of things. Exposition writing is nonfiction prose that set forth ideas, facts, values, arguments, and the like. The purpose of exporsition is to enable the reader to the nature of things was a complete and clear, objective and accurate understanding. Structure of Exposition 1.Introduction Answer the question Briefly outline points Introduce thesis Note: You should not include anything in your introduction that is not addressed in the body of your composition. Example: Many a time in my life I’ve been asking myself about what career I shall take and what I can do to prepare myself for it.Although my ideas are not consistent,I have now decided on college teaching as my life-long career. Structure of Exposition 2.Body/paragraphs Topic sentence Supporting points and elaboration linking sentence Note: refer to the keywords from the question and from question as often as possible. A good way to do this is to consistently use the your introduction throughout your essay. A variety of reasons have led me to choose this occupation over other more lucrative ones.First, teaching means learning.College is a place where I can enrich my knowledge and improve myself. Besides,to make my lectures more constructive and stimulating,I have to read extensively,explore new knowledge and gain a better understanding of the world—the very thing I enjoy in my life.Second, teaching means independence.As a teacher,I am my own boss and free to use my own ideas to make my own decisions.It is a privilege not everyone can have,ev