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
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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