Explanation

EXPLANATION TEXT

DEFINITION AND EXAMPLE

Definition:

An explanation text tells us how or why something occurs. It concerns about the steps rather than the things. It is meant to tell each step of the process (ho) and to give any reasons (why).

Social Function:

To explain the processes involved in the formation or workings of natural or socio cultural phenomena.

Generic Structure of a recount text:

·         A general statement to position the reader.

·         A sequenced explanation of why or how something occurs.

Significant Lexicogrammatical features:

·         Focus generic, non-human participants.

·         Use mainly of Material and relational processes.

·         Use mainly of temporal and causal Circumstances and Conjunctions.

·         Some use of passive voice to get Theme right.

 EXAMPLE