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The Topic on Recount Text
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Definition Example of Languange
Recount Text Features

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Structure Social Function
01 Definition
Recount text is a type of text used to retell or
narrate personal experiences or past events.
This type of text is often used in personal
narratives, travel reports, or accounts of
experiences.
02 Example of Recount Text
My Visit to the Science Museum
Yesterday, I visited the science museum with my
classmates. It was an educational experience.
We explored various exhibits, from space exploration
to dinosaur fossils. The interactive displays and hands-on activities NOTED
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made learning fun.
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The highlight was a planetarium show that took us on features
a journey through the cosmos. It was awe-inspiring to see the stars 2. Red for language
and planets up close. features and
I left the museum with a newfound interest in science. generic structure
It was a great day of learning and discovery.
03 Language Features
1. Past Tense Verbs
Uses past tense verbs, such as "visited,“ "explored,“ "was,“ "took,“ "left," to describe past
actions and events.
2. Temporal Markers
Time markers like "Yesterday" help establish the timeframe of the recounted experience.
3. Descriptive Language
Phrases like "awe-inspiring," and "new found interest in science" use descriptive language to
convey feelings and impressions effectively.
03 Language Features
4. Adjectives
Adjectives like "educational,“ "various,“ "interactive," "hands-on," and "great"
enhance the text by providing more detail and vivid imagery

5. First-Person Pronouns
The frequent use of "I,“ "my," and "we" indicates that this is a personal recount,
emphasizing the author's direct involvement.
6. Noun Phrases
"The science museum,“ "a planetarium show," are examples of noun phrases that
add specificity to the text.
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Generic Structure
01 Introduction 03 Description
The text begins with a time
The writer uses descriptions like "awe-
introduction, "Yesterday," so the
inspiring" to depict the impressions gained
reader knows that the event took
during the visit, especially when watching the
place the day before.
planetarium show.

02 Development 04 Conclusion
The text concludes with a reflection on
This is the part that elaborates on the details of
the outcomes of the visit, namely an
the experience. Here, the writer recounts how
increased interest in science. This
they explored various exhibitions and activities
provides a deeper understanding of the
they engaged in, such as interacting with
impact of the visit.
interactive displays and watching the
planetarium show.
05 Social Function
The social function of a recount text is to narrate
or describe past experiences or events clearly
and accurately to readers or listeners. Its social
function is to provide information and entertain
the audience with engaging stories. Additionally,
recount texts can also be used in an educational
context to practice narrative writing and sharing
experiences.
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