What does it mean? A text which analyses, persuades the reader that something is the case, gives a point of view and substantiates what is claimed with reference to relevant authorities (readings).

An analytical text can be found in scientific books, journals, magazines, newspaper articles, academic speech or lectures, research report etc.

The generic structure of analytical exposition Thesis Introduces the topic and shows speaker or writer’s position; Outlines of the arguments are presented.

Arguments consists about Point and Elaboration Point, states the main argument Elaboration, develops and supports each point of argument

Reiteration or conclusion Reiteration (restatement), restates speaker or writer’s position

The purpose of analytical text to persuade by presenting arguments to analyze or explain ‘how’ and ‘why’

Generic Features of Analytical Exposition  It uses mental processes. It is used to state what the writer or speaker thinks or feels about something. For example: realize, feel etc.

 It usually uses Simple Present Tense and Present Perfect Tense.  Enumeration is sometimes necessary to show the list of given arguments: Firstly, secondly …, Finally, etc.

Evaluative language is another way to persuade people agree with the writer’s opinion e.g. This is the worst, It’s true, It’s important, It’s clear, I believe, It is obvious that etc.

Language features 1. Emotive words (e.g. worried, alarmed etc) 2. Words that qualify statements (e.g. usual, probably etc) 3. Words that link arguments (e.g. firstly, however, therefore etc)

Example The Importance of English Thesis { I personally think that English is the world’s most important language. Why do I say that? Argument 1 { Firstly, English is an international language. It is spoken by many people all around the world, either as a first or second language. Argument 2 { Secondly, English is also the key which opens doors to scientific and technical knowledge, which is needed for the economic and political development of many countries in the world. Argument 3 { Thirdly, English is a top requirement of those seeking jobs. Applicants who master either active or passive English are more favorable than those who do not. Conclusion { From the fact above, it is obvious that everybody needs to learn English to greet the global era.

Note Enumerations such as Firstly, secondly, thirdly etc are sometimes given to show the list of given arguments Present Tense: I think, English is international language, Everybody needs to learn English etc.