Descriptive Text Part 1 - 3

 

Definition of Descriptive Text

Descriptive Text is a type of text in English that clearly describes the properties inherent in something, be it humans, animals, plants or inanimate objects. The purpose of this text is to provide clear information about the object described to the reader.

Characteristics of Descriptive Text

1. Using Simple Present Tense

This text uses the Simple Present Tense because we will describe the facts attached to an object, and one of the functions of the Simple Present Tense itself is to show a fact or truth.

Suppose you want to describe your bed, you can use the sentence: The color of my bedroom is blue.

2. Using many adjectives (adjectives).

Because the function of this text is to provide information by describing an object being described, in Descriptive Text there will be many adjectives. Examples are big, small, colorful, and so on.

3. Use connecting verbs.

A relative verb is a verb that gives an explanation to the noun that is the subject of a sentence. For example: is, have, seem, appear, and other verbs.

Generic Structure of Descriptive Text

Descriptive text has its own rules regarding its structure. The following is a generic descriptive text structure:

1. Identification

This section, located in the first paragraph, aims to identify an object to be described. Identification serves to introduce the reader to the object that we will explain, before we tell about the object in more detail in the next paragraph.

2. Description

This section, located in the second paragraph and so on, contains the characteristics inherent in something that you have introduced to the reader in the first paragraph

Short Descriptive Text Example

Jember Regency

Jember is a regency in East Java. It is located in between Bondowoso and Banyuwangi. Banyuwangi is regency that is located at the easternmost end of Java Island, before Bali Strait, so that we can know that Jember is near enough from Bali Island.

Jember is a beautiful place. In Jember, there are a lot of interesting places to visit, such as Papuma Beach, Watu Ulo Beach, Watu Ondo, Pancer Beach, Rembangan, and so on. Jember also has a famous carnival, named Jember Fashion Carnaval. It is an international annual fashion carnival which is usually held in August. Beside some beautiful places and a famous carnival, Jember also has a unique culture. People usually called it as Pendhalungan. 

Pendhalungan is an acculturation culture between Javanese and Maduranese. Jember has a total area of ​​3,293.34 km2. Because of that, it creates a different culture between North Jember and South Jember. In North Jember, there are a lot of Maduranese people and they usually speak Maduranese. On the other hand, In South Jember, not many Maduranese people live there. It is dominated with Javanese people. Because of that, it creates a new unique language which other regency do not have. The example is the word “Check” which means “very”.

Explanation

The example text above is an example of a descriptive text because it provides information about the object being described, namely Kabupaten Jember. In addition, the text also has a structure and characteristics that are in accordance with the structure and characteristics possessed by Descriptive Text.

Characteristic features:

1. Using Simple Present Tense.

In the example text above, all sentences use the Simple Present Tense.

Example:

[ ] Jember is a regency in East Java.

[ ] Jember has a total area of ​​3,293.34 km2.

2. Using adjectives (adjectives).

Near, beautiful, interesting, and unique

3. Use connecting verbs.

There are relating verbs in the form of is and has.

Structure:

1. Identification (first paragraph)

This section introduces the reader to Jember Regency which we will explain in detail in the next paragraph.

2. Description (second paragraph)

Contains an explanation or description of Jember Regency by describing some information such as:

-Jember Regency has good places to visit.

-Jember Regency has an annual international-class fashion exhibition event.

-Jember Regency has a cultural acculturation called Pendhalungan.

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Procedure Text Part 4 - 5

Some procedure texts that can be found in everyday life are:

1. directions: how to get somewhere. The written instructions must be very specific including the name and title of the location. Formal language and the addition of map images can make directions easier to understand.

2. instructions: Instruction means showing how to do something. It's actually similar to a recipe. The language used, of course, must be adapted to the reader.

3. cooking recipes: Recipes contain how to cook something. Recipes are one of the universal texts. Materials and tools as well as visuals are of course very important to be embedded in recipes.

4. Game Instructions: You must have bought a toy and there are instructions on how to play it. The game guide text usually uses a language style that is easy to understand.

5. manuals: Manuals are usually obtained after buying electronics and even vehicles. Contains how to operate the item, warnings that must be known. The manual should be written as specifically as possible.

6. agenda: An agenda is usually created when you want to hold an event. Birthday party, wedding. holidays and others. Usually contains what activities will be carried out and when they will be carried out.

Procedure Text Characteristics

The following are the characteristics of procedure text.

1. Using the simple present tense

2. Using imperative sentences (command sentences). Example: add two spoons, cook with low heat, blend the spices, etc.

3. Use action verbs. Example: add, put, turn.

4. Using numbers. Example: first, second, third.

5. Using conjunctions (connecting words). Example: next, then, while.

6. Using adverbs (adverbs) to clarify the stages that are passed. Example: correctly, carefully, slowly, for 2 minutes, etc.

Language Features Procedure Text

In addition to the generic structure, procedure text of course has language features. The following are the language features of procedure text.

1. Simple Present Tense

To write procedure text, you must use the simple present tense. This is because in procedure text there are fact sentences about how to make and use an item.

2. Connecting Words

In the procedure text also used connecting words that are useful to connect the steps in it. Like, firstly, after that, then, last, finally and many others.

3. Adverb

Adverbs or adverbs are used to explain adverbs of time, for example. wait for 1 hour, in 15 minutes and others. Adverbs are also used to describe a way, for example slowly, well, fast, etc.

4. Command Sentence

Command sentences are used in procedure text. For example add 1 tablespoon of salt, mix the dough and others. Command sentences must begin with a verb or verbs such as add, stir, mix, heat, and others.

 

Example of Procedure Text

The following are some examples of questions from Procedure Text, including:

How to Make Flannel Rose Ring

Ingredients:

1. Red Flannel around 10×10 cm

2. Glue

3. Scissors

Steps:

1. Cut round the flannel about 5×3 cm and make a spiral in it.

2. Glue each side of spiral flannel.

3. Twist it from central until the end (look like a rose).

4. Cut the flannel in a rectangle (the size depends on your finger).

5. Put the rose in a rectangle and glue it.

6. Flannel rose ring is ready to wear.

Choose the best answer based on the text above!

1. Which statement is NOT TRUE about the instruction?

A. We must glue the rose in rectangle to get the ring.

B. The biggest the finger means the more flannel that needed.

C. All people have the same size of rectangle to make the ring.

D. We make a rectangle after we make a rose form.

Answer : C

2.What should we do after we cut round the flannel?

A. Glue each side of the flannel

B. Cut it in spiral form

C. Twist from the central until the end

D. Put the rose in a rectangle and glue it.

Answer : B

3. We need flannels . . . to make rose ring for twice.

A. Less than 10x10cm

B. Only 10x10cm

C.About 10x10cm

D. More than 10x10cm

Answer : D

4. “Twist it from central until the end” (second paragraph)

The underlined word has similar meaning with. . .

A. pull

B. Fling

C. Ream

D. Coil

Answer : D

5. What is the Generic Structure of the second paragraph?

A. Goal

B. Materials

C. Ingredients

D. Steps

Answer : A

Procedure Text Part 1 - 3

 

Definition of Procedure Text

Procedure text is text that contains commands or steps in doing something. In other words, procedure text is made to illustrate how something is done through sequential steps.

The title of the procedure text is very easy to recognize. Usually begins with the word "How to...". For example, “How to learn English quickly” (How to have a conversation in English), and many others.

Procedure Text Structure

Here is the structure of the procedure text.

1. Goal/Aim: contains the intent and purpose of the related procedure text.

2. Materials: contains the materials needed to perform the steps of a procedure text.

3. Steps: a list of sequential steps to complete the procedure text stages.

4. Result: the result of the steps that have been carried out.

Types of Procedure Text

Here are the types of procedure text that you need to know.

1. Procedure text that describes how to operate/use something. For example, how to use a camera, how to use a rice cooker.

2. Procedure text that provides instructions for carrying out certain activities. For example, how to play guitar, how to make a brownie.

3. Procedure text related to tips for living life. For example, how to be successful in life, how to make yourself happy.

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Type of Procedure Text

The following are 3 types of Procedure Text, including:

1. Procedure text that describes how something can work or how to use instructions or operations manually. (Ex: How to use a computer, how to record video. how to use a polaroid camera)

Example :

How to Use a Printer

You need:

• Printer

Directions:

Step 1

Using a printer even basic printer is extremely easy to do. There are many different models of printers out there. You have your very basic to your all-in-one printer. The printer with everything on it works pretty much just like the regular printer you just have a lot more buttons to push

Step 2

Make sure that your printer is hooked up properly before using it. If this is a brand new printer then it will go through a check and print out a test page for you. A lot of different times you can just turn it on, you will hear the ink moving around. Something might come up on the computer telling you that the printer is on and working properly.

Step 3

Open the page you want to print. If you are on the Internet and want to print something from there. All you have to do is go up to file, then down to page set up. This will give you more printing options to choose from. When you are done setting up the page you can verify you have the right printer hooked up by clicking on “Printer” at the bottom. Once everything looks good click on “OK” and now your page should print out.

Step 4

Open up a “.doc” file if that is where your page is that you need to print. When you are ready to print go up to “File” and “Print Setup”. Again you can choose how you want your page to look, and check and make sure the right printer is installed. If your page is set up the way you like it you can just click on the printer icon on the tool bar or go to “File” then “Print.”

Step 5

Using a printer a lot over time will start to wear down your ink supply. Some models of printers let you know when your ink supply is getting low. If you have an older printer you will just have to go by what the printed page looks like. If it is very worn and faded then it is time to install a new ink cartridge.

2. Procedure text that provides instructions on how to perform certain activities. (Ex: How to make a noodle, how to dance, how to play basketball).

Example :

How to Make Salted Fish Fried Rice

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon of butter
• 4 cloves of onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 75 grams pea, thawed
• 300 grams of cooked rice
• 100 grams of salted fish, shredded
• 1 tablespoon of salty soy sauce
• 1 egg, scrambled
• ½ teaspoon of pepper

Steps:

1. First, heat the butter and oil then stir-fry the onion and garlic until it’s tender.
2. Add some peas and salted fish.
3. Add the rice, scrambled egg, salty soy sauce, and pepper, then mix all the ingredient properly.
4. A tasty salted fish fried rice is ready to be served.

3. Procedure text related to human behavior. (Ex: How to be succeed, how to be a good person, how to live happily) 

Example : 

How To Be The Best Student

Do you want to be the best student in your class? Be the envy of all of your friends in school and earn the respect from teachers and students alike!

In order to be the best student in your school, you must first be optimistic about everything. In addition, you must be very disciplined and well-behaved. You must be able to balance everything.

Second, a best student must study hard. This is the primary task of a student. To study hard and succeed. Remember, if you do not take the initiative, you will accomplish nothing. Ask questions in class if you do not understand something.

Next, let’s go over some study habits. When studying for a test, make sure that you first have all of the proper materials including books, pencils, paper, calculator, etc. Underline the words that you do not understand. In addition, try highlighting some of the themes mentioned in the book. Ask your parents for tutoring. Based on some surveys, students who come in for tutoring tend to do better in class as well as improve their grades.

Lastly, you will be on your way in becoming the best student! Remember to never give up and make a commitment to work your best. The truth is, it’s okay to fail, as long as you pick yourself up and try even harder. A lot of the famous people were all once failures. Only by persevering did they manage to climb to the top and succeed.