GCEEnglish LanguageEssay Writing2019

Which of the following is NOT a feature of a good expository essay?

ALogical organisation of ideas
BUse of facts, examples, and evidence to explain a topic
CDeliberate attempt to persuade the reader to adopt the writer's opinionCORRECT
DClear and objective presentation of information
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Why the answer is C, and why the others tempt you.
An expository essay aims to explain, describe, or inform rather than to persuade. Persuasion is the hallmark of an argumentative or persuasive essay. Options A, B, and D are all genuine features of expository writing, making C the correct answer as the feature that does NOT belong.
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