BuildPhrase · Grade 7 · Free activity

Explain it clearly

Write one expository paragraph of six sentences: a topic sentence, four steps and a closing sentence.

Name: __________________________ Date: ______________

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Read and notice

An expository text gives information or explains a topic.
A topic sentence tells what your paragraph explains.
Put the steps in a clear order: first, next, then, finally.
End with a closing sentence that finishes the explanation.

Here is how to prepare your school bag. First, check your class schedule. Next, put the books and notebooks you need in your bag. Then, add your pens. Finally, check that you have everything you need. These steps help you get ready for school.

Quick check

1. What is the purpose of an expository text?

☐ Explain or give information

☐ Convince someone to agree

☐ Tell an imaginary adventure

2. In the school-bag model, what should you do first?

☐ Add every book you own

☐ Check your class schedule

☐ Close your bag

3. Which word usually introduces the last step?

☐ First

☐ For example

☐ Finally

Build your response

Introduce your task
Here is how to _____.

Give the first step
First, _____.

Give the next step
Next, _____.

Add another step
Then, _____.

Give the last step
Finally, _____.

Close your explanation
These steps help you _____.

Review

☐ My topic is clear.

☐ My steps are in a sensible order.

☐ I used sequence words.

☐ I checked capitals, spelling and full stops.