Chapter 8 (Part 1) - Explanation Text

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Today is Chapter 8 Part 1

which is about explanation text

Definition

Explanation text is a text that is used to explain the way or process of something happening, especially those related to natural phenomena, the scientific world or socio-cultural.

Social Function

An Explanation text is used to describe how and why a certain phenomenon happens

Generic Structure

1. A Tittle that identifies the topic to be explained
2. A General Statement
3. A sequenced Explanation ( a clear order about how and why )
4. Closing / Concluding Statement

Linguistic Features

1. Focused on general group rather than specific
2. Use a linking word like, in general , rather, for instance
3. Use action verbs like breaks, erupts
4. Use Present tense
5. Use Passive voice
6. Reference to people should not be given
7. Use of technical terms and language relevants to the subjects

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