THE DUTY OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

IT IS ABOUT THE RECOUNT TEXT

IT IS ARRANGED BY GROUP 3

Raditya Ega Daniswara

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2023/2024

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1 PEGANDON
CLASS X.2

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 PREFACE

We offer thanks to his presence

Allah SWT. who has given His grace and guidance so that I can complete this
assignment entitled "recon text" on time.

The purpose of writing this report is to fulfill an English language assignment.

Apart from that, this report also aims to increase insight for readers and also for
writers.

First of all, I would like to thank Mr Budi Santoso, S.Pd, for giving me this
assignment so that I can increase my knowledge and insight.

Pegandon, 24 February 2024

The writer

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 THE CONTENT OF LIST

TITLE PAGE 1
PREFACE 2
THE CONTENT OF LIST 3

THE CONTENT

1. Definition of Recount text

Recount text is a text that telling the reader about one story, action or activity. Its
goal is to entertaining or informing the reader. We can also state that recount text is a
text which retells event or experiences in the past.

2. The social function of Recount text

The social function or the purpose of recount text is to entertain/ to amuse or to

inform the reader about experience, story, action or activity which happen in the past.

3. The Generic structure of Recount text

1. Orientation : It gives the readers the background information needed to understand

the text, such as who was involved, where it happened, and when it happened.

2. Events : A series of events, ordered in a chronological sequence.

3. Re-orientation : A personal comment about the event or what happened in the end.

4. The Language features of Recount text

1. • introducing personal participants

2. • using the conjuction

3. • using the linking verb

4. • using the action verb

5. • using simple past tense

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The Definition of Discussion Text
Discussion text is a text which presents a problematic discourse. This problem
will be discussed from different viewpoints. Discussion is commonly found in
philosophical, historic, and social text. In other word, Discussion is a kind of
genre used to present (at least) two points of view about an issue.

The Social Function of Discussion text

 To present two points of view about issue or problem.
 To present arguments from differing points of view about issue or problem.

The generic structure of Discussion Text

 Issue: stating the issue which is to discussed
 Argument pro: presenting the point in in supporting the presented issue
 Argument cons: presenting other points which disagree to the supporting point
 Conclusion / recommendation stating the writer’

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For Example
READING TEXT :
A Memorable Camping Trip

Last summer, my friends and I embarked on a memorable camping trip. We were

all excited about the adventure that awaited us.

Firstly, we gathered all the necessary camping gear - tents, sleeping bags, and
cooking utensils. Once we arrived at the campsite, we set up our tents and
organized our belongings. The weather was perfect, and we couldn't wait to
explore the surrounding nature.

After setting up, we decided to go for a hike in the nearby forest. We walked
along the winding trails, enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful scenery. As we
reached a clearing, we spotted a family of deer grazing peacefully. It was a
breathtaking sight.

In the evening, we gathered around the campfire, roasting marshmallows and

sharing stories. We laughed, sang songs, and enjoyed each other's company. It
was a great bonding experience.

As night fell, we retired to our tents, tired but content. The sounds of nature
enveloped us as we drifted off to sleep.

The next morning, we woke up to the chirping of birds and the gentle rustling of
leaves. We prepared a simple breakfast of cereal and fresh fruits. Energized and
ready for more adventure, we decided to go canoeing on the nearby lake. The
calm water and the stunning reflections of the surrounding trees created a serene
atmosphere.

After a day filled with outdoor activities, we gathered for a final campfire before
bidding farewell to the campsite. We shared our favorite moments and promised
to plan another camping trip in the future.

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In conclusion, our camping trip was an unforgettable experience. It brought us
closer together, allowed us to appreciate nature's beauty, and created lasting
memories. We returned home with a sense of rejuvenation and a longing for more
adventures in the great outdoors

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 ANALYZING GENERIC STRUCTURE OF RECOUNT TEXT
A Memorable Camping Trip

Orientasi :
Last summer, my friends and I embarked on a memorable camping trip. We were
all excited about the adventure that awaited us.

Events :
Firstly, we gathered all the necessary camping gear - tents, sleeping bags, and
cooking utensils. Once we arrived at the campsite, we set up our tents and
organized our belongings. The weather was perfect, and we couldn't wait to
explore the surrounding nature.

After setting up, we decided to go for a hike in the nearby forest. We walked
along the winding trails, enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful scenery. As we
reached a clearing, we spotted a family of deer grazing peacefully. It was a
breathtaking sight.

In the evening, we gathered around the campfire, roasting marshmallows and

sharing stories. We laughed, sang songs, and enjoyed each other's company. It
was a great bonding experience.

As night fell, we retired to our tents, tired but content. The sounds of nature
enveloped us as we drifted off to sleep.

The next morning, we woke up to the chirping of birds and the gentle rustling of
leaves. We prepared a simple breakfast of cereal and fresh fruits. Energized and
ready for more adventure, we decided to go canoeing on the nearby lake. The
calm water and the stunning reflections of the surrounding trees created a serene
atmosphere.

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After a day filled with outdoor activities, we gathered for a final campfire before
bidding farewell to the campsite. We shared our favorite moments and promised
to plan another camping trip in the future.

Reorientasi :
In conclusion, our camping trip was an unforgettable experience. It brought us
closer together, allowed us to appreciate nature's beauty, and created lasting
memories. We returned home with a sense of rejuvenation and a longing for more
adventures in the great outdoors.

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LANGUAGE FEATURES

1. Introducing personal participants

My friends and I embarked on a memorable camping trip.

2. Using the conjuction

• once ( in "once we arrived at the campsite, we set up our tents and organized
our belongings." )
• after ( in " after setting up , we decided to go for a hike in the nearby
forest." )
• next ( in " the next morning , we woke up to the chirping of birds and the
gentle rustling of leaves. ")

3. Using linking verb

The linking verbs in the text are :
1. Were ( in " we were all excited about the adventure that awaited us." )
2. Was ( in " the weather was perfect , and we couldn't wait to explore the
surrounding nature." )
3. Was ( in " it was a great bonding experience." )
4. Was ( in " in conclusion , our camping trip was an Unforgettable
experience." )

4. Using the action verb

The action verbs in the text are:
1. embarked
2. gathered
3. set up
4. organized
5. explore
6. walked

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7. reached
8. spotted
9. gathered
10. roasting
11. sharing
12. laughed
13. sang
14. enjoyed
15. bonding
16. retired
17. enveloped
18. woke up
19. prepared
20. created
21. decided
22. go
23. filled
24. bidding
25. shared
26. promised
27. plan
28. returned
29. appreciate
30. created
31. lasting
32. memories
33. rejuvenation
34. longing

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5. Using simple past tense
1. "Last summer, my friends and I embarked on a memorable camping trip."
2. "We were all excited about the adventure that /*awaited us."
3. "Firstly, we gathered all the necessary camping gear - tents, sleeping bags, and
cooking utensils."
4. "Once we arrived at the campsite, we set up our tents and organized our
belongings."
6. "After setting up, we decided to go for a hike in the nearby forest."
7. "We walked along the winding trails, enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful
scenery."
8. "As we reached a clearing, we spotted a family of deer grazing peacefully."
9. "In the evening, we gathered around the campfire, roasting marshmallows and
sharing stories."
10. "We laughed, sang songs, and enjoyed each other's company."
11. "As night fell, we retired to our tents, tired but content."
12. "The sounds of nature enveloped us as we drifted off to sleep."
13. "The next morning, we woke up to the chirping of birds and the gentle rustling
of leaves.
14. "We prepared a simple breakfast of cereal and fresh fruits."
15. "Energized and ready for more adventure, we decided to go canoeing on the
nearby lake."
16. "The calm water and the stunning reflections of the surrounding trees created a
serene atmosphere."
17. "After a day filled with outdoor activities, we gathered for a final campfire
before bidding farewell to the campsite."
18. "We shared our favorite moments and promised to plan another camping trip
in the future."
19. "It brought us closer together, allowed us to appreciate nature's beauty, and
created lasting memories."
20. "We returned home with a sense of rejuvenation and a longing for more
adventures in the great outdoors."

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 CLOSING

1. Conclusion
That's what the author can describe, of course there are still many
shortcomings and weaknesses, due to limited knowledge and lack of references or
references related to the title of this paper.
2. Suggestions

Even though the author wants perfection in preparing this paper, in reality
there are still many shortcomings that the author needs to correct. This is due to
the author's lack of knowledge.

Therefore, the author really hopes for constructive criticism and

suggestions from readers as evaluation material for the future.

Pegandon, 24 February 2024

The writer

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