Exposition

DEFINITON OF EXPOSITION TEXT

Exposition text is a series of sentences that aim to explain one idea from one point of view to the reader.  The text in it is made to make it easier for readers to understand the topic of the discussion in the text.

If you translate the word " exposition " itself, you will get the word exposition or description. So, this text is indeed used to describe a subject or topic. With this description, you will know more about the topic or subject.

Exposition text is also known by another name, namely argumentative text . Surely from this word, you know what it means, right? Yes, this is a text that summarizes various arguments about an idea or topic from the author.

Since this is written based on the author's view, there is a high probability that readers will disagree with that view. As a result, there are other views that try to refute the writer's view. This is where the arguments take place, which can form the basis for the emergence of new and better ideas.

In English, exposition text has a lot to do with matters of analysis. Try to search on Google for this word, it must appear is analytical exposition . This is only natural, because to convey one view of an idea, an analysis process of the idea is needed. And, as a result, this can be included in analysis-type text.

THE PURPOSE OF AN EXPOSITION TEXT

The purpose of an exposition text can be different, some are aimed at influencing or convincing the reader to think from the author's point of view, some are aimed at making the reader aware of the existence of an issue.

TYPES OF EXPOSITION TEXT

There are two types of exposition text that you need to know. They are analytical exposition , as we mentioned above, and hortatory exposition .

1. Analytical Exposition

This type of text begins with an explanation of the author's opinion on the theme being discussed. Then, arguments followed in support of that opinion. Finally, the author closes by affirming the opinion at the beginning. You can also rewrite the opinion.

1. Hortatory Exposition

For this one, the text begins with an explanation of the theme or problem being discussed. Then, the evidence and arguments supporting the topic are written. And, this argument is also made so that you as a reader, know or even better agree with the opinion of the author. At the end, the author closes with a solution, suggestion or recommendation about the problem written at the beginning.

When you look at the two types, you can find the striking differences. In analytical exposition , your ideas and views are displayed prominently at the beginning. Followed by a supporting opinion to make the reader understand.

As for hortatory exposition , you reverse the process. Problems at the beginning, continued with argumentation, and all of that was designed to convey your opinion. You can choose both according to your needs and comfort in writing.

CHARACTERISTICS OF EXPOSITION TEXT

• Be objective in discussing problems and do not use words or phrases that emotionally attract readers so that they do not take sides with any party.
• Informative.
• Text contains facts.
• Using standard language with a variety of scientific tunings and a straightforward language style.
• Uses the simple present tense
• Many use conjunctions (conjunctions)
• Contains arguments.
• Many use words that contain cause and effect.

GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ANALYTICAL EXPOSITION TEXT

1. Thesis 

a thesis contains the author's view of a problem in a simple manner. This section is an introduction to the topic or main idea to be discussed. The thesis is always in the first paragraph of the Analytical Exposition Text.

1. Series of Argument

this section contains some further explanations from the simple explanation of the thesis. In this section the writer presents arguments or opinions that support the main idea of the author. The more arguments that are presented, the more readers will believe that the topic being discussed is an important topic. 

1. Conclusion / Reiteration

this section is the closing section which is always located at the end of the paragraph which contains rewriting or repositioning of the main ideas contained in the first paragraph.

GENERIC STRUCTURE OF HOTATORY EXPOSITION

there are three important parts that must be had, namely:

1. Thesis

contains the opinion of the author or speaker regarding the topic in question.

1. Arguments

contain opinions that support the main idea. The more opinions that are written, the more interesting a Hortatory Exposition Text is because readers or listeners tend to believe in an event if there are many supporting opinions in it.

1. Recommendation

this text has a recommendation section for the reader to conclude the text. Recommendations contain suggestions addressed to readers on related topics discussed in the text.

LANGUAGE FEATURES OR LINGUISTIC ELEMENTS

• Generalized participants

Usually, this element appears when the writing is about things that are difficult to describe physically. Therefore, the exposition text will display words like issues, opinion, ideas , and others.

• Emotive Words

This one element is used to touch the emotions of the text reader. Not only to create sympathy, sometimes we can also use it to make the reader reject an idea. The words that usually appear and are grouped into this category are for example, innocent, concern, monster , and others.

• Technical Terms

From the name, you must understand what this is, right? True, this is a special term that is only found on the topic under discussion. For example, if there is an exposition of text that discusses computers, you will definitely encounter words such as motherboard, resolutions, processor, operating system and others.

• Connectors

Can also be called a liaison, because its function is to connect. This one element consists of words which are conjunctions. For example, therefore, because of, furthermore, moreover , and others.

These words function to connect two or more sentences. And, this is one of the most important elements in text exposition. Why?

Sentences are connected properly, will create a flow or current reading palatable to follow readers. With this good flow , writers can easily convey their ideas. In fact, writers who can take advantage of this flow , can strongly implant their ideas in the minds of readers.

• Grammar

The last is the type of grammar used. In general, most exposition text uses the Simple Present Tense . In addition, there are also many passive sentences in this text.

The use of these two types of sentences is very reasonable, because the main purpose of exposition text is to explain or describe an idea or fact. So, this type of grammar is suitable for the purposes of this explanation.

One more feature that you may also need to know is the use of the word " you ". Mostly, exposition text does not use this word. The author prefers to use the word " we " rather than " you".

EXAMPLE :

Cars Should be Banned in the City

Cars should be banned in the city. As we all know, cars create pollution, and cause a lot of road deaths and other accidents.

Firstly, cars, as we all know, contribute to most of the pollution in the world. Cars emit a deadly gas that causes illnesses such as bronchitis, lung cancer, and ‘triggers’ of asthma. Some of these illnesses are so bad that people can die from them.

Secondly, the city is very busy. Pedestrians wander everywhere and cars commonly hit pedestrians in the city, which causes them to die. Cars today are our roads biggest killers.

Thirdly, cars are very noisy. If you live in the city, you may find it hard to sleep at night, or concentrate on your homework, and especially talk to someone.

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