Expository Text | Hortatory Exposition & Analytical Exposition | Materi Bahasa Inggris SMA

Summary

This video explains the concept of expository texts, focusing on two types: analytical exposition and hortatory exposition. The former aims to inform and elaborate on a topic by presenting arguments to support a thesis, while the latter seeks to persuade the audience to take a specific stance or action. The video also highlights key differences in their structure, purpose, and language use. Analytical exposition presents factual arguments, while hortatory exposition includes recommendations. Examples of both types are provided to illustrate how each functions in practice.

Takeaways

• 😀 Expository text aims to present ideas, arguments, or information on a topic, based on factual evidence.
• 😀 The two primary types of expository text are **analytical exposition** and **hortatory exposition**.
• 😀 Analytical exposition's goal is to elaborate on the writer's ideas or present arguments about a problem.
• 😀 Hortatory exposition's purpose is to persuade the audience to adopt a stance or take action on a topic.
• 😀 The key structural difference between analytical and hortatory expositions lies in the final paragraph: analytical exposition ends with a **reiteration**, while hortatory exposition ends with a **recommendation**.
• 😀 Analytical exposition provides arguments to support the thesis and does not offer recommendations or solutions.
• 😀 Hortatory exposition provides reasons and arguments but culminates in a recommendation or call for action.
• 😀 Both types of expository text use present tense and passive voice to present factual information.
• 😀 Modal verbs like **must**, **should**, and **can** are often used in expository texts to strengthen the arguments or suggestions.
• 😀 Analytical exposition is primarily informative, while hortatory exposition aims to influence or persuade the audience's opinion or actions.

Q & A

What is the purpose of an expository text?

The purpose of an expository text is to expose or present ideas, arguments, or facts about a topic, usually to inform or explain it to the reader.

What are the two main types of expository texts discussed in the script?

The two main types of expository texts discussed are **analytical exposition** and **hortatory exposition**.

What is the main objective of an analytical exposition?

The main objective of an analytical exposition is to present facts and arguments around a topic without trying to persuade the reader. It simply elaborates on the topic based on factual information.

How does hortatory exposition differ from analytical exposition?

Hortatory exposition aims to persuade the reader to agree or disagree with a particular stance on a topic, often ending with a recommendation. In contrast, analytical exposition focuses on presenting facts and arguments without pushing for a specific action or belief.

What is the social function of analytical exposition?

The social function of analytical exposition is to elaborate on the writer's ideas or to present a problem, discussing it with supporting arguments.

What is the social function of hortatory exposition?

The social function of hortatory exposition is to persuade the reader or listener that something should or should not be done, influencing opinions or actions regarding a specific issue.

What is a key difference in the structure of analytical exposition and hortatory exposition?

The key difference lies in the conclusion: analytical exposition concludes with a reiteration of the thesis, whereas hortatory exposition ends with a recommendation or solution.

What language features are commonly used in both analytical and hortatory expositions?

Both types of expository texts use present tense, passive sentences, and model verbs like 'should', 'can', and 'must' to emphasize the arguments being presented.

How is the thesis paragraph structured in an analytical exposition?

In an analytical exposition, the thesis paragraph presents the topic and indicates the writer's position, often stating that they are presenting facts or arguments without necessarily advocating a particular stance.

Can you provide an example of a hortatory exposition topic mentioned in the script?

An example of a hortatory exposition topic in the script is 'Stay-at-home orders during the pandemic', where the writer discusses the benefits of staying at home and persuades the reader to see the positive aspects of this action.