Elements of Explanatory Essay with Narrative Evidence

An explanatory essay explains a topic by presenting information and insights in a

logical, well-ordered sequence.
An effective explanatory essay includes the following elements:
A central point that will increase readers knowledge of the subject or help readers
understand the subject better
Varied evidence that engages readers and clarifies ideas - An anecdote or brief narrative,
is one type of evidence; facts examples, and textual details from literary works are other
types of evidence.
The use of transitions that clarify relationships among ideas
Precise language and correct grammar
A tone appropriate to the audience and the subject

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Elements of an Explanatory Essay

A central point that will increase readers

knowledge of the subject or help readers
understand the subject better

Varied evidence that engages readers and

clarifies ideas - An anecdote or brief
narrative, is one type of evidence; facts
examples, and textual details from literary
works are other types of evidence.
The use of transitions that clarify
relationships among ideas

Precise language and correct grammar

A tone appropriate to the audience and the

subject

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