Concept of Expository Text
According to Beyer (2007: 2) expository texts, also known
as informational texts (e.g. textbooks, journal articles, lab procedures
government documents), are more difficult to comprehend than narrative texts
(e.g. realistic and historical fiction, myths, fairy tales, plays, legends). Expository
text is a type of informational text that provides factual information about a
topic using a clear, non-narrative organizational structure with a major topic
and supporting information.
a.
Characteristic
of Expository Text
1)
Expository
texts can include topics such as historical, scientific or economic
information.
2)
Information
is presented with a clear organizational text structure which includes but is
not limited to: description, chronology, comparison, cause/effect,
problem/solution.
3)
The
language in expository text is precise, specific to the subject, and includes
domain specific vocabulary to explain concepts and information.
4)
Expository
text often includes organizational tools such as table of contents, headings,
index, glossary, pronunciation guide, appendices.
5)
Includes
text features that support or enhance the text such as photographs,
illustrations, captions, charts, diagrams, tables, graphs, and timelines.
6)
Examples
of expository text may include: trade books, articles, reports, textbooks,
interviews, and essays.
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