Discussion Text

What is the main purpose of a discussion text?

• To tell a past experience

• To describe a place or thing

• To present arguments for and against an issue

• To give instructions step by step

At the end of a discussion text, the writer often gives a ________ to solve the problem

Which of the following is the correct generic structure of a discussion text?

• Orientation – Events – Reorientation

• Identification – Description

• Opening – Arguments for and against – Conclusion/Solution

• Thesis – Arguments – Recommendation

The word “Therefore” is usually used to show __________.

Which language feature is usually found in discussion text?

• Past tense and action verbs

• Present tense and logical connectives

• Imperative verbs and sequencing words

• Figurative language and rhyme

In a discussion text, the "contra" part is used to…

• Introduce the issue

• Give supporting arguments

• Conclude the text

• Present opposite arguments

Which sentence is an example of a connector used in discussion text?

• “Once upon a time…”

• “Happily ever after, they lived together.”

• “On the other hand, some people believe differently.”

• “First, wash the vegetables carefully.”

The ___ part presents the advantages or reasons to agree with the issue.

Words like however, on the other hand, in addition, and therefore are called ___________.

A discussion text presents two different _______ about an issue.