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LiquidPaperz

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how to write context expository
« on: October 11, 2014, 03:57:24 pm »
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i kinda get the jist of a context expository piece, but is their a certain structure or is it dependant on the style we choose. in relation to the prompt, i know how to talk about an issue (e.g. burqa's or arranged marriage etc) but how do we link it back to the prompt regarding encountering conflict. like when i do a news article for example, i can't just mention and thus it can be seen that the minor characters are the main victims of conflict (as an example)

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walkec

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Re: how to write context expository
« Reply #1 on: October 11, 2014, 04:00:25 pm »
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There's not necessary a certain structure, but I tend to choose expository styles are more obvious - like a blog post or a speech.
With linking external examples back to the prompt, make a comment about the prompt/your context and then use the issue or whatever as a way to explain what you mean. Take the example and consider the impact it has on the core ideas of your context and what it suggests about your context.

Can you please explain your last sentence? I'm a little confused by what you mean.

LiquidPaperz

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Re: how to write context expository
« Reply #2 on: October 11, 2014, 05:41:40 pm »
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what i meant really is, im familiar with context, linking to the external issues. But when responding to the prompt how do i directly address it? it cant be like text response like, hence lady macbeths deceptive manipulation of macbeths moral values had him to etc.etc...

if i've got a topic about conflict and prejudice how can i mention this in my essay, do i have to subtly talk about it for the whole thing?

walkec

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Re: how to write context expository
« Reply #3 on: October 11, 2014, 06:17:24 pm »
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what i meant really is, im familiar with context, linking to the external issues. But when responding to the prompt how do i directly address it? it cant be like text response like, hence lady macbeths deceptive manipulation of macbeths moral values had him to etc.etc...

if i've got a topic about conflict and prejudice how can i mention this in my essay, do i have to subtly talk about it for the whole thing?

You're using your the prompt as a springboard for your ideas and comments made about your context. Take this Whose Reality prompt for example (yeah, worst context out there and I have it!)

"Perceptions, like opinions, can be altered"

I'd mind map this out to expand and look at the limitations of this statement.
Then you make comments off this and because it's off the prompt, you are addressing it. You then use your text and external examples to support whatever you're saying about the prompt.

For the prompt I gave, I said something to the effect of "Opinions of those around us can fluctuate between days, places and environments, making them more fluid and easier to change. However, perceptions are often influenced by memories, thus limiting the extent to which they can be altered because it is past experience that influences current understanding.

I hope that helped!