Exposition text

 Structure of analytical exposition text

1. Thesis

In this part of the thesis, the writer must tell the reader about the main topic he is going to write about. Thesis can always be found in the first paragraph of the text. In this section, readers can also see why the author gives an opinion on the topic.

2. Arguments

In the next paragraph, you will find the arguments section. The author will write an opinion to support the main topic that has been presented previously. Usually in analytical exposition there are more than two arguments. The more arguments presented, the more readers will believe that the topic discussed is an important topic or requires attention.

3. Reiteration/Conclusion

This section is always located at the end of the text and becomes the closing paragraph of the article. Reiteration contains reaffirmation of the author's position and opinion on the main topic.

So that you understand better, try to look at the example of analytical exposition text below:

Why We are not Allowed to Text while Driving

The popularity of mobile devices has had some dangerous consequences. We know that mobile communications are linked to a significant increase in distracted driving which results in injury and loss of life.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2010 driver distraction was the cause of 18 percent of all fatal crashes – with 3,092 people killed – and crashes resulting in an injury – with 416,000 people wounded.

The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute found that text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted.

Eleven percent of drivers aged 18 to 20 who were involved in an automobile accident and survived admitted they were sending or receiving texts when they crashed.

Distracted driving endangers life and property and the current levels of injury and loss are unacceptable.

(Source: books.google.co.id)