8. Language Features
Use emotive words and phrases
“…we all love our country and we are all proud of
our achievements…”
“…It ...
Use adverbs that show time sequence and
link the arguments such as first, next,
previously and finally
“...
12. Step 2
List 4 or 5 elements to argue your point
Brain storm No particular order
Arrange them in a coherent sequence that bring out your stand
13. Step 3
Collect all the evidences you will need for each point.
Quote statistics
Give examples
Quote statements from authorities
Include moral statements
Tell a real life story that illustrate your arguments
14. Structure of an exposition
• A
introductory
statements
• Series of
arguments
• Conclusion
15.
16. What is an exposition
Difference between exposition and discussion
17. Language features of exposition
Simple present tense
Words that express attitudes
Words that are emotive
Verbs of belief
Connectors that show reason and choice
Adverb that show sequences
Rhetorical questions