Expository Writing

Directions: Match the topic to the controlling idea

__ 1. People can avoid burglaries A. scientists must address several problems.
__ 2. There are several advantages B. for a number of reasons.
__ 3. Most US universities require a 550 TOEFL C. by taking certain precautions.
__ 4. Air pollution in Mexico City is the worst D. requires specific qualities anyone can develop
__ 5. Fixing a flat tire on a bicycle is easy E. for several reasons.
__ 6. There are several enjoyable ways F. has reduced ability to support marine life.
__ 7. Animals in danger of becoming extinct G. to travel between the US and Queretaro
__ 8. Effective leadership H. to growing up in a small town
__ 9. Industrial waste poured into Lake Michigan I. come from a wide range of countries
__ 10. To fully explore the wreck of the Titanic, J. if you follow these steps