Analytical Exposition




An analytical exposition text evaluates a topic critically but focuses only on one side of an argument.You use an exposition text to persuade anyone on a certain issue or argued relentlessly about something with someone.The argument and point of view have to be supported by facts and relevant information. The thesis statement has to be reiterated in the conclusion.


Read the following example.
Global Warming


Global warming is a phenomenon used to describe the gradual increase in the temperature of Earth's atmosphere and oceans. Global warming is not a new problem but lately people are acknowledging that we are facing a serious problem. Climate change is apparent everywhere. Failed crops, economic slowdown, and deforestation are among the several impacts of global warming.

First of all, there is irrefutable evidence that human activities have changed the atmosphere of our earth. Since the time we have been industrializing, we started polluting our waters and air, and have been releasing greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming.

Secondly, according to research by greenpeace organization, there is evidence of extensive deforestation being carried out in Indonesia and other tropical countries around the world. These forests are used to grow crops like palm sugar, palm oil and coffee-the lifeline of Western society (Greenpeace report, 2007). The impact of climate change is noticeable throughout Asia-Pacific, either during hot days or too much rain accompanied by wind and thunderstorm. This has started to affect the economy as well.

Furthermore, the shifting weather patterns have made it difficult for farmers to grow crops. A recent study has shown that due to unpredictable weather patterns, there have been a lot of failed crops (Reuters, 2007).

In conclusion, global warming is not a new problem nor are we solely responsible for it. But as the citizens of the world, we have to take every possible action to help overcome this issue. It is not only for us but for all the future generation to follow.


Glossary:
phenomenon = a fact, occurrence, or circumstance observed
gradual = moving by small degrees or little by little
apparent = visible
acknowledging = 
to admit to be real or true;
irrefutable = cannot be proved to be false
deforestation = to divest or clear of forests or trees


After you understand the text above, lets talk about the social function, generic structure, and language feature of analytical exposition text

Social Function:
to persuade audience to look at an issue with your perspective

Generic structure :
Title : Tells about the topic

Introduction :
·                     The starting point of an exposition essay
·                     State the topic and establish the point of view
·                     Introductory statement should be an emotional statement or a question that is attention-grabbing
·                     Give a preview of the point you plan to make to support your thesis / argument
Body:
·                     A series of argument to convince the audience
·                     Each paragraph starts with a new argument
·                     Each paragraph has a main point, reason for the main point and evidence to support the main point
·                     Use of emotive words, mental verbs, causal conjunctions to persuade the audience
·                     Each paragraph has to be logically linked to the previous paragraph and to the thesis statement
Conclusion:
·                     Reiterates or restates the thesis statement
·                     Summarizes what has been stated

So, the generic structure of the text above is:



Language Features :
1. Use descriptive persuasive words with emotive connotations to emphasize your view point.
·                     Instead of using "bad", use unfavorable, ghastly, terrible, etc.
·                     Instead of using "good", use fantastic, incredible, momentous, etc.
·                     Instead of using "persuading", use convincing, urging, etc.
2. Use the present tense, such as global warming is..,, we have to...

3. Use mental verbs, such as I believe, I prefer, I agree, etc.

4. Use saying verbs to support the argument such as people say, it is said, research indicates, etc.

5. Use connecting words to link arguments so that the flow of the arguments is logical and fluent. Example of connective words used are: additionally, furthermore, moreover, in addition, firstly, secondly, etc.

6. Use causal conjunctions to indicate a cause or reason of what is being stated
Example of causal conjunctions used are because, consequently, despite, due to, for that reason, etc.

7. Use words that express the author's attitude to qualify or confirm
Example of the words are will, frequently, usually, typically, habitually, commonly, etc.

8. Use persuasive techniques
·                     Use generalizations (common beliefs, general statements) to support viewpoints or argument
·                     Use evidence and facts, such as research, expert opinions, testimonies, or quotes
·                     Use exaggerations to make things or issues appear better or worse than they actually are


In order to check your understanding about analytical exposition, identify the generic structure and language feature of the following text!


Impacts of Watching TV for Children


Television plays very important role in our lives, and it is also main source of entertainment. We watch TV whenever we are free, or sometimes while working, and learn many things from it. As the TV is used in our daily life, it broadcasts many live events and news which educate us in many ways. But, sometimes children watch those programs on TV which should not meant to be viewed by child's age group and have many negative impacts on their lives.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that kids under 2 years old not watch any TV and that those older than 2 watch no more than 1 to 2 hours a day. The first 2 years of life are considered a critical time for brain development. TV and other electronic media can get in the way of exploring, playing, and interacting with parents and others, which encourages learning and healthy physical and social development. As kids get older, too much screen time can interfere with activities such as being physically active, reading, doing homework, playing with friends, and spending time with family.
I believe that many children who watch TV for long hours, have many negative impacts on their health such as they may weak their eye-sight at young age. In fact, these children should spend most of their time playing and studying, which would give them better result later and keep them healthy as well. If these children keep wasting their precious time watching TV for long hours instead studying, it may affect their school result.
Furthermore, many children tend to follow their favorite actors or actress and imitate them by wearing same cloths, following same attitude and try to speak same languages. This becomes worse when they watch any action movies and perform same actions at home, which might injure them or change their behavior toward other people.
In conclusion, television indeed can be a media to entertain and to teach children something. Programs in TV are not designed for children only; they also include some programs for adult. Watching TV too much could make children following some clothes, attitudes, and language which may be bad for them. Too much watching TV also will weaken children eyes. Thus, watching TV too much is bad for children.

Source: Buku Bahasa Inggris kelas XI kurikulum 2013, Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan (2017)




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