Every gourmet needs to follow a set of instruction, and right amount of ingredients to create a perfectly good dish that can satisfy the gourmand. Thus, in expository writing, a writer must follow a general structure to create an effective essay. When a writer fails to follow the general structure, there is a tendency that the reader might get misled to a wrong conclusion. He also might have a hard time comprehending the main purpose of the essay. The said dilemma can effect to the reader’s confusion, and the writer’s destruction.
The general structure of an expository essay comprises of three parts: Introduction, Body, and Conclusion. In the first part of the essay depend whether the reader would want to continue reading, or stop instantly. The Introduction should catch the reader’s attention. This may be done by quoting a famous person, asking a question, or stating your personal experience. This part should also have a Thesis Statement, meaning this part should contain a narration of the whole essay. A line that can give the reader an idea of what he can expect upon reading the essay.
The second part is the body. This part contains the most important, and elaborate details in an essay. It is the longest part for this is where the writer argues for his perspective, shares his thoughts and emotions, and justifies his belief. A good body should show the reader his point, lead the reader to his argument, and not tell the reader what you want to defend or prove. Let the reader be guided by your supporting evidences which will enable him to relate or at least understand your point of view. Due to the fact that the body is the longest part of an essay, some readers tend to lose interest in reading on. In order to avoid causing the readers boredom, one can make his body more interesting by sharing his experience/s, stating more concrete evidences, and providing transitions. With the help of these, the reader would not have a hard time taking interest on your essay.
The last part is the Conclusion. It is said to be the moral of the story. This part closes, and ends the essay. It also includes the analysis or reflection the writer has reached upon writing his essay. The writer can also ask hanging questions to further prove his point, and it will make the readers think more on the issue discussed on the essay. The conclusion also summarizes the main idea or purpose of the essay. This third part holds the final assumptions of the writer and upon reaching this part the reader can conclude whatever he pleases.
In writing an expository essay, it is imperative to follow the general structures mentioned above. This enables the reader and writer to have a harmonious relationship with one another. Following the general structure in expository essay writing may lead to an effective persuasion, inspiring action, and a proper direction.
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