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REPORT TEXT

Report Text is a type of text in English that describes the details of an object. Details in this text
are scientific details that include the description of objects, both physical and non-physical, from
scientific facts about the object.

Characteristics of Report Text

 Contains scientific facts
 Title text looks more general
 Using the Simple Present Tense

Generic Structure of Report Text

This text report has the same generic structure as descriptive text, namely:
 General Classification
This section contains general statements that describe the object description of this Report
Text.
 Description
This section usually provides a description of the phenomenon or situation that occurs both,
its parts, nature, habits or behavior. In essence, this section describes the classification
presented scientifically. However, the thing to remember is that Report Text is not a news text,
but scientific factual text.

Example of Report Text

SKIN

Skin is the outer layer of the body. In human being, it is the largest organ of the system that
covers our body. Our skin has a function to protect our body from infection and extreme
temperatures, maintain fluid balance, and synthesize vitamin D for our personal needs.
Skin has three main layers, which are Epidermis, Dermis, and Hypodermis that have their
respective tasks and need each other. The Epidermis layer is the outermost layer of the skin. This

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layer does not contain blood vessels, and is formed from Merkel cells, keratinocytes, with
melanocytes and Langerhans cells. Under the Epidermis layer, there is Dermis layer. This layer
contains hair follicles, sweat glands, sebaceous glands, apocrine glands, lymphatic vessels and
blood vessels. This layer is connected to the Epidermis layer with the basement membrane.
Structurally, this layer is divided into two regions, which are the region next to the epidermis
called the Papillary region, and the thick inner region that is known as the Reticular region.
Furthermore, there is Hypodermis layer which located below the Dermis layer. This layer is
known as Subcutaneous tissue. Hypodermis serves to attach the skin to the underlying bone and
muscle and supply them with blood vessels and nerves. The combination of these three main
layers has an average thickness of 1 mm.

Explanation
From the text above, we can see that the text does not contain the subjective opinion of the
author and has the same characteristics as the Report Text characteristics, namely:
 Contains scientific facts those are, the function of the skin and skin layers and its functions.
 Title text is very common.
 All sentences in the text above use Simple Present Tense.

Example:
Skin is the outer layer of the body. The combination of these three main layers has an average
thickness of 1 mm.

Text structure:
1. General Classification
This section is located in the first paragraph of the text which explains in general about Leather.
2. Description
This section is in the second paragraph of the text above which describes the layers of skin and
their functions.

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Before you do the task please observe the video below!

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Do the task by choosing the best answer!

The blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) is the largest mammal found on the planet,
perhaps the largest mammal that has ever lived, thought to be larger than even the largest of
the dinosaurs. It belongs to a family of animals known as the rorquals. Unfortunately, it is
currently listed as endangered and was hunted nearly to extinction by the 1960s when
hunting was finally banned. The current population of the blue whale is only estimated to be
about 12,000 totals.
The blue whale is grayish-blue in color with lighter gray spots across its skin. It has a
tiny pointed dorsal fin, located low on its back. The average length is about 22 – 24 meters,
but the female, the larger of the species, can grow in excess of 24 meters and can weigh over
100 tons.
Blue whales are found all over the world. They migrate to warmer climates in the
winter, in tropical and subtropical locations, and to frequent colder locations, like the poles,
in spring and summer. They usually travel in very small groups, often travelling alone, and
can swim very quickly, sometimes reaching speeds of up to 48 km per hour.
The diet of blue whales consists mostly of plankton and krill, which are small
invertebrates that resemble shrimp. The blue whales can eat over 4 tons of these tiny
creatures per day during their summer feeding season.

1. What does the second paragraph tell us about?

A. The description of the blue whales
B. The speed of the blue whales
C. The habitat of the blue whales
D. The general classification of the blue whales
2. What is the blue whale like?
A. It is dark blue with gray spots across its skin
B. It is grayish-blue with lighter gray spots across its skin
C. It is dark blue with darker blue spots across its skin
D. It is grayish-blue with darker blue spots across its skin
3. “They usually travel in very small groups,…” (paragraph 3). What does “they” in the sentence
refer to…..
A. Warmer climates
B. The blue whales
C. Tropical and subtropical locations
D. Colder locations
4. Where do they migrate?
A. They migrate to warmer climates in the winter.
B. They migrate to colder locations in the summer.
C. They migrate to colder locations in the autumn.
D. They migrate to warmer climates in the summer
5. Why is the blue whale currently listed as endangered animal?
A. Because many blue whales find no food.
B. Because they breed only one calf.

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C. Because they are hunted by people.

D. Because they can’t survive in the sea

Fill the blanks by appropriate words!

The Venus Fly Trap is probably the known carnivorous Having an

alien-like this fascinating plant has captured the of many people. In fact,
many movies and cartoons have been made about this plant.

famous best imagination plant appearance

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Classify its part of the animal!

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Choose the answer below correctly!

The Venus Fly Trap is probably the best known carnivorous plant. Having an alien-like
appearance, this fascinating plant has captured the imagination of many people. In fact, many
movies and cartoons have been made about this famous plant.
To attract insects, the Venus Fly Trap produces sweet smiling nectar. Each trap is
formed by a leaf which has two lobes; there are trigger hairs on each leaf. When a fly lands on
the leaf and disturbs the trigger hairs, the trap snaps shut! The stiff lobes, together with the
spines on their edges, help to crush the insect’s body while digestive juices dissolve it. After
consuming three of four yummy victims, they usually wither.

1. What does paragraph 1 tells about?

Description
General classification
Conclusion
Introduction
2. The synonym of “famous” (paragraph 1) is .....
The best
Limited
Well-known
Danger
3. What is the diet of Venus Fly Trap?
Nectar
Stiff lobes
Digestive juice
Insect

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