Explanation

text
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• Ivan Oktanio S. (15/XI TO-D)
• Nabil Mirza M. (21/XI TO-D)
• Sidiq Wahono (30/XI TO-D)
• Sandro Ardy G. (29/XI TO-D)
 Definition of explanation
text
Explanation text dalam bahasa Inggris
adalah “The text often tells you about
how something works or why
something happens.” Intinya, penulis
akan menjelaskan bagaimana sesuatu
bisa bekerja atau mengapa sesuatu
terjadi.
Generic structure of explanation text
General
Title
01 02
Statement
Explanation text has a Provide an
title that aims to introduction to topics
attract the attention of such as explanations
the reader. about general
information.

Closing
03 04
Explanation
Use paragraphs or Contains a strong closing
statements that paragraph or sentence that
explain how or why brings together the general
something happened. statements and previous
explanations.
Language feature of explanation text

In an explanation text, there are

linguistic features as below :
– Using simple present tense
– Using abstract noun (no visible
noun)
– Using Passive voice
– Using Action verbs
– Containing explanation of the
process
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