EXPOSITION TEXT (analytical exposition)

 

I. Definition

An analytical exposition is a type of spoken or written text that is intended to persuade the 

listeners or readers that something is the case. To make the persuasion stronger, the speaker or 

writer gives some arguments as the fundamental reasons why something is the case.

II. Purpose of Analytical Exposition Text

– To convince the reader that the topics presented was an important topic to be discussed or gained attention by way of providing arguments or opinions that support the main idea or topic.

III. Generic Structure:

# Thesis: Introducing the topic and indicating the writer’s point of view.

# Argument : Explaining the argument to support the writer’s position. The number of arguments may vary, but each argument must be supported by evidence and explanation.

# Reiteration: Restating the writer’s point of view / to strengthen the thesis. We can use the following phrase to make conclusion in reiteration.

IV. Language Feature: 

– Using relational process

– Using internal conjunction

– Using causal conjunction

– Using Simple Present Tense

– Using compound and complex sentence.

– Use word that link argument, such as firstly, secondly, and reasoning through causal conjunction, such as in addition, furthermore, however, therefore.

V. Example

Workout maintains good health. There are some reasons that make the exercises important to create healthier body.

Firstly, workout makes you able to burn the calories and fat so you are able to avoid overweight issues that commonly lead to serious health problems, such as heart attack and diabetes.

Moreover, regular workout makes your body able to maintain good metabolism. Toxins in the body can also be emitted through sweat. That is why it is very important to have routine workout.

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Analytical Exposition