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Analytical Exposition Text : Definition, Purpose, Linguistic Structure – It has been almost a year since I managed this BRITISH Course website. I just realize that we will have semester test. Therefore let’s learn English again, and as opening lesson in this time, let’s study genre of text again, that is Analytical Exposition Text. Although it is a bit annoying indeed, we must learn this kind of text for the success of our study and of course the improvement of our English competence.
However, Analytical Exposition is an important part of the English lesson because this text is one of text that must be mastered by junior and senior high school student now. If you want to learn it, let’s learn together here by reading this article. Do not forget to pray first so God will open our mind. Aamien..
Definition of Analytical Exposition Text
Definition of analytical exposition text is actually very easy to understand. Word “Analytical” means, “examining or liking to examine things very carefully” (Cambridge). That is, (examining or relating to checking / testing something carefully). Then, the meaning of exposition, as I have explained in the article about hortatory exposition, that is “a comprehensive description” or a broad explanation.
Thus, the definition of Analytical Exposition can be understood as a text that tries to provide a comprehensive explanation of a problem by displaying the opinions that support it carefully.
While the main purpose of analytical exposition text is, “to try/attempt to influence the reader to believe something by presenting one side of the argument.” It means trying to convince the reader to believe something by giving one side of opinion only. “
Referring to the purpose of analytical exposition, this does not mean that analytical exposition text contains only one argument, but it contains various arguments that have the same purpose.
In school books in Indonesia it is often mentioned, Analytical exposition text is a text that elaborates the writer’s idea about the phenomenon surrounding. It means analytical exposition text is a text that contains an idea about the phenomenon surrounding. Of course it is also followed by some argument to support it.
Generic Structure of Analytical Exposition Text
Every text must have generic structure which is different with another text. Analytical Exposition Text also has generic structure, those are :
# Thesis: it contains writer’s opinion about something. It also introduces topics and indicates the writer’s position.
# Argument : it contains 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 :
– From the fact above …
– I personally believe …
– Therefore, my conclusion is …
– In conclusion …
Purpose of Analytical Exposition Text
– To analyze the topic and to convince or influence the reader that this opinion is correct and supported by arguments
– 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
Language Features of Analytical Exposition Text
# Using Simple Present Tense
# Use word that link argument, such as firstly, secondly, in addition, furthermore
# It contains these phrases :
– From the fact above …
– personally believe ….
– Therefore, my conclusion is ….
– In conclusion …
Example of Analytical Exposition Text
Example of Analytical Exposition Text about Garbage
Garbage Service Need Improvement
There have been many complaints recently about the ABC garbage collection service. The official department has agreed that the service needs improvement. But nothing has been done!
In some streets the garbage is collected only once a month because the workmen are not supervised. In other streets, collection in more frequent but half of the garbage is left in the road. The workmen are too lazy to pick it up and put it in the trucks.
In some parts of the colony, house-holders are dumping their garbage on the waste land. This is dangerous and an unhealthy to do. These `dumps’ may catch fire and they will certainly attract rats and flies.
It is the duty of the official department to collect all the garbage efficiently and regularly.
Example of Analytical Exposition Text about Library
The Importance of Library
I personally believe that libraries are among humanity’s most important institutions for several reasons.
Firstly, most of humanity’s collective knowledge is stored in libraries. Secondly, libraries protect and preserve this knowledge. They also classify or group the materials into logical and easily available divisions.
Furthermore, libraries make the materials available to everyone and even provide librarians to help us find what we need.
Finally, libraries are our link to the past and our gift to the future.
From the facts above, I conclude that libraries are important institutions for humanity.
Example of Analytical Exposition Text about Electronic Device
Design of Electronic Device need Improvement
Internet access and e-commerce remains inequitable. Most of designs prevent disabled and older people to participate in the electronic age.
The barriers include the physical design of facilities, the cost of internet access and the design of interactive voice-response systems. The Human rights and Equal Opportunity Commission’s report on electronic commerce said that technology’s great potential for increasing access was not being realized.
The design of ‘advanced’ ATMs had made them harder for blind people to use, compared with earlier models. Machines that once had buttons now relied on screen displays, for instance. The commission also suggested that students with disabilities needed particular attention when educational material was provided in electronic form.
We emphasized that the designs of electronic facilities need improvement.
Example of Analytical Exposition Text about Nation Relationship
Building Strong Relationship
Since building Indonesian nation in 1945, Indonesia shared a positive and friendly relationship with Australia.
In 1947 Australia supported Indonesia’s struggle for independence by placing embargos on Dutch supplies, arms and troops. Australian dock workers went on strike and significant numbers of Australians demonstrated in the streets in support of Indonesian independence. The Dutch were unable to ship supplies through Australian ports during this period.
Much of the support from Australians gave to Indonesians was based on the friendship that developed between Australian soldiers and the Indonesia people at the end of the Second World War. There was also a strong anti-imperialist mood among some sections of the Australian population at that time.
It is significant for Indonesia and Asian neighbors to strengthen the relationship.
Example of Analytical Exposition Text about Garbage
Garbage Service need Improvement
There have been many complaints recently about the ABC garbage collection service. The official department has agreed that the service needs improvement. But nothing has been done!
In some streets the garbage is collected only once a month because the workmen are not supervised. In other streets, collection in more frequent but half of the garbage is left in the road. The workmen are too lazy to pick it up and put it in the trucks.
In some parts of the colony, house-holders are dumping their garbage on the waste land. This is dangerous and an unhealthy to do. These `dumps’ may catch fire and they will certainly attract rats and flies.
It is the duty of the official department to collect all the garbage efficiently and regularly.
Translation
Layanan Sampah Perlu Perbaikan
Ada banyak keluhan baru-baru ini tentang layanan pengumpulan sampah ABC. Departemen resmi telah sepakat bahwa layanan tersebut perlu perbaikan. Tapi tidak ada yang dilakukan!
Di beberapa jalan sampah dikumpulkan hanya sebulan sekali karena pekerja tidak diawasi. Di jalan-jalan lain, koleksi lebih sering tapi setengah dari sampah tertinggal di jalan. Para pekerja terlalu malas untuk mengambilnya dan memasukkannya ke dalam truk.
Di beberapa bagian koloni, pemegang rumah membuang sampah mereka ke tanah limbah. Ini berbahaya dan tidak sehat untuk dilakukan. ‘Tempat pembuangan sampah’ ini mungkin terbakar dan mereka pasti akan menarik tikus dan lalat.
Itu adalah tugas departemen resmi untuk mengumpulkan semua sampah secara efisien dan teratur.
Those are the short examples of analytical exposition text. Hopefully this list of analytical exposition make you find easier way to understand the text.
Related Articles : Hortatory Exposition Text (Complete Explanation)
I think enough my explanation about Analytical Exposition Text. I hope it will be useful for us. I hope you are never bored to visit this site. Don’t forget to visit this site if you need English reference in your study. See you next time..
Reference :
Rudi Hartono, Genre of Texts, (Semarang: English Department Faculty of Language and Art Semarang State University, 2005).
https://www.englishindo.com/2012/07/analytical-exposition-penjelasan-contoh.html
Text Genre, Grammar: Technologies for Teaching and Assessing Writing, Peter Knapp & Megan Watkins, New South Wales Press, Ltd : Australia
Mark Andersons and Kathy Andersons, Text Type in English 1-2, Australia: MacMillanEducation, 2003.
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