chapter 3 - EXPLANATION TEKS
EXPLANATION TEKS Social Function of Explanation Text an explanation text is used to be describe how and why a certain phenomenon happens Generic Structure of Explanation Text a title that identifies the topic to be explained a general statement a sequenced explanation (a clear order about how and why) closing/concluding statement Linguistic Features of Explanation Text Focused on general rather than specific Use a linking word like, in general, rather, for instance Use action verbs Use present tense Use passive voice Reference to people should not be given Use of technical terms and language relevants to th...