Exposition Text

Exposition Text

1. A text that contains an argument or opinion by the author about an isssues

2. Purpose : to persuade the readers by giving them the one side of an argument about the issues

3. Structure

   • Introductory statement
     • Author's point of view (thesis of argument)
     • a preview of the arguments
     • a question/ emotional statement
   • Series of an argument
     • begin with a topic sentence
     • details supporting the arguments
     • emotitive word
   • Conclusion
     • analytical exposition
     • hortatory exposition

4. Definition

5. Purpose

6. Language feature

   • Using simple present tense
   • Using Modals & modals adverbs
   • Using action & Thinking verbs
   • Using temporal connective
   • Using abstract noun
   • Using evaluative words
   • Using passive voice

7. Example

   • advertisement, spoken argument, editorial, newspaper

8. TiPs

   • How to make a good exposition text
     • Start with thesis (make a clear point of view)
     • End with conclusion
   • How to support your arguments
     • Use evdence to prove it
     • Using research
     • Using expert opinion
     • using testimoni

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