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Caption
Caption
A. Definition
Caption consists of text. It is a short piece of text under a picture in a book, magazine,
or newspaper that describes the picture or explains what the people in it are doing or saying.
Source: Soledad, Zarate. 2021. Captioning and Subtitling for Deaf and Hard of Hard Hearing
Audiences. London: UCL Press.
B. Parts of Captions
- Sentence 1: Names all visible people and details the action/reaction and is written in present
tense.
- Sentence 2: Gives needed information that is not obvious in the photograph and is written in
past tense.
3. Kinds of Captions
1. Identification
• This type of caption text is usually used to describe or identify everyone in the photo, but
does not explain a story
2. Group Caption
3. Story-Telling Caption
• This type of caption will tell a story behind the image. Using this type of caption will
usually be more interesting to read.
4. Summary
• For the type of summary caption, it usually contains an explanation of the subject in the
picture, the activities carried out in the picture, the time of the incident, the location of
the incident and the reason why the activity was carried out.
5. Quote
6. Cutline
SAMAN DANCE :
Me with 92
Tradisional Dance
• The caption cutline describes the subject in the image and what the subject is doing.
7. Expanded
Club on Islamic
Ceremony of
• expanded caption is the type of caption that has the most complete information. It is a
Graduation. We feel
development of the previous text, especially from the caption summary.
4. Examples
so excited and less
thinking because
Saman Dance isday
Independence not
: easy
Adyanand Asy Syamilwe all
we’re practicing so
Setiaji and Adhitya
hard. That’s why
Satrio
when Wibowo the day come
Firmanto
we feel so have nervous
Feteand an worry if this
would be total
independence day
on annihilation.
17 august But
however everything
2018. We were on
well done and we all
duty during the
independence
excited day
ceremony. I’am a
medic team and
he is ahead of
ceremony. That’s
Nailed it: Indonesian men’s double pair,
Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin
Sanjaya Sukamuljo celebrate after
winning 2016 China Open Super Series
Premier badminton tournament title in
Fuzhou, China, on Sunday. Marcus and
Kevin outclassed Mathia Boe and Carsten
Mogensen of Denmark 21-18, 22-20 to
win the title.Application
(Courtesy Letter of PBSI/File)
A. Definition
Application letter is a document that consist of detailed information about your identity,
personality, skills, educations and experience to an employer. Application letter also known as
cover letter , because this document should be placed on the top of other document.
B. Function
To convince the employer that we are qualified candidate for the position
Name, phone number and address of the applicant and the sender.
2. Date
3. Company Address
4. Salutation or greeting
In this part the applicant write the motivation, interest and initiative.
6. Body of Letter
In the Body letter the writer shows self promotion, personalities, skills, work experience, career
goals, and the education.
7. Closing paragraph
8. Complementary Closure
It shows the greeting of closing. For example: Yours Sincerely, Your Faithfully
C. Example
Best regards,
Amaya Sadita
Procedure Text
A. Definition
B. Structure
1. Goal
The goal is the starting point of a procedure text. It sets the stage by providing a
clear statement of what the reader is trying to achieve by following the
instructions. It gives context and purpose, helping the reader to understand why
they are undertaking the task.
2. Materials or ingredients
This section provides a comprehensive list of everything needed to carry out
the task. It ensures that the reader has everything at hand before starting.
3. Steps
The Steps are the heart of a procedure text. This section provides a detailed,
step-by-step guide on how to achieve the aim or goal. It breaks down the task
into manageable parts, often in a chronological or logical order.
C. Language Features
2. Imperative sentences
Imperative sentences are command forms that tell someone to do something.
They are direct and to the point, which is essential in instructions.
Example:
Knead the dough until smooth, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes
Apply the paint evenly across the canvas, using broad strokes for a
textured effect
3. Connectives
Connectives (or conjunctions) are words or phrases that link different parts of a
text. They can show the order of steps, the relationship between different parts,
or add additional information.
Examples of connectives in procedure texts include words like then, next, after
that, before, or finally. These words help guide the reader through the process
in a logical and coherent way.
Example:
4. Adverbs
Adverbs can provide additional detail about how an action is to be performed,
adding precision and clarity to the instructions. They can describe how, when,
where, or to what extent something is done.
Example:
The adverbs ‘slowly’ and ‘thoroughly’ in these examples add nuance to the
action, guiding the reader on how exactly to perform the task.
Steps:
First, preheat the oven to 190°C. Then, lightly grease a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, thoroughly cream together the butter, granulated sugar,
and brown sugar using an electric mixer.
Next, beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add
this to the butter mixture, stirring well.
Finally, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Using a spoon, evenly drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking
sheet.
Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare a
cooling rack.
Carefully remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on
the baking sheet for a minute.
Then, transfer the cookies to the cooling rack to cool completely.
Report Text
A. Definition
Report text is a text that presents detailed information about something in general based
on research.
B. Purpose
C. Structure
a. General Classification
General classification is a part of the report text structure that contains general
groupings of the objects being discussed. This section usually contains basic
information about the object.
b. Description
Description or description is part of the report text structure which contains a description
of the object being discussed in more detail. For example, its physical and function,
habitat, and length of life.
D. Example
Cats
General classification
Cats are one of the members of Felidae, an animal family that consists of lions, tigers,
bobcats, and cats. They are also called domestic cats or house cats, and their latin
name is Felis catus. The domesticated cats have been human companions for around
9,500 years. Nowadays, they are very popular. Many people keep them as pets,
Description
On average, the weight of domestic cats ranges from 2.7 to 4.5 kg. The average lengths
are 71.1 cm for male cats and 50.8 cm for female cats. In addition, cats maintain their
energy by sleeping a lot. They can sleep for 12 to 16 hours a day.
Cats possess sharp claws on their feet that they use to catch their prey, fight, and climb.
Despite having a sensitive vision, they cannot see very dark surroundings very well.
However, they have a good balance. They are able to quickly pick themselves up when
they fall. One of the unique characteristics of cats is they walk on their toes. Moreover,
cats like to keep themselves clean by licking their body
Explanation Text
1. Definition
Source: https://www.twinkl.co.id/teaching-wiki/explanation-
text#:~:text=An%20Explanation%20text%20is%20a,process%20of
%20what's%20being%20delivered. Diakses 5 Desember 2023
2. Language Features
Explanation text is typically written in the present tense with formal to-the-point
language that doesn’t deviate from the topic.
It uses separate text with headings and subheadings to make the explanation text
simple and easy to understand.
Any technical vocabulary used should fit into a glossary at the end to help with
jargon.
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4. Examples
“Ice cream is made with milk, cream and sugar. All of the ingredients are mixed together.
Then, the mixed ingredients are heated up to kill off any germs. Flavours and colours are
added next, strawberry flavoured ice cream is usually pink.The mixture is then frozen
and whipped at the same time. This makes it softer.”
Song
1. Definition
2. The Purpose
Songs are used to express feeling and idea in an entertaining world. Songs can be used
to deliver social criticism. The moral values are hidden in the lyrics.
3. Language Features
Imagery. Imagery describes about feelings and emotions. A song usually tries to
describe the feelings felt by the writer.
Rhythm. Rhythm here is used to create a mood. For example, if we are sad and listen
to a song with a slow rhythm, we will be carried away by the song. So, rhythm creates
mood!
4. Figures of speech
1. Metaphor
It compares two things that are not alike to suggest that they actually have
something in common. .e.g. “Timeis a thief” or “Herhaisrwassilk”
2. Simile
It compares two things using “like” or “as’’. e.g. “My loveislike a redrose”.
3. Hyperbole,
It is a dramaticlanguage. Big exaggeration, usuallywith humor. e.g.
“Thatmathhomeworktookme 8 millionyearstofinish”.
3. Personification, is an object appear like a person. e.g. “The windwhisper” or “The
snowflakesdanced in thewind”.
4. Allititration, means the repetation of the same beginning sound
5. Generic Structure
Intro, namely the beginning of the song, usually the singer's voice is not heard (only
the instruments)
Verse, or verse, is the introductory part to the chorus.
Example
“Trouble is a Friend”
By : Lenka
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