explanation-text
Definition of Explanation Text
Explanation is a text which tells processes relating to forming of natural, social, scientific and cultural phenomena. Explanation text is to say ‘why’ and ‘how’ of the forming of the phenomena. It is often found in science, geography and history text books.
Generic Structure
– General statement
General statement; stating the phenomenon issues which are to be explained.
– Sequenced of explanation
Sequenced explanation; stating a series of steps which explain the phenomena.
General statement; stating the phenomenon issues which are to be explained.
– Sequenced of explanation
Sequenced explanation; stating a series of steps which explain the phenomena.
Language Features of Explanation Text
In an explanation text, there are linguistic features as below :
– Using simple present tense
– Using abstract noun (no visible noun)
– Using Passive voice
– Using Action verbs
– Containing explanation of the process ..
Example
1. Proses terjadinya hujan
2. Proses terjadinya tsunami, gempa bumi
3. Proses perubahan kepompong menjadi kupu-kupu
Setelah itu guru ppl memmberikan tugas lkpd yang isinya 3 text yaitu:
1. How Does Hurricane Happen?
2. How does the rain happen?
3. Evaporation
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