Discussion Text

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A. What is discussion text?
A discussion text is a text that contains a discussion or debate that raises pros and contras. Jadi, teks diskusi adalah sebuah teks yang berisi sebuah diskusi atau berdebatan menimbulkan pro dan kontra.


B. Social Function
Tujuan discussion text adalah untuk menyajikan sebuah isu atau informasi dengan memaparkan pendapat yang bertentangan (pro dan kontra). 


C. Structure

1. Introduction/Issue

 

State a general statement (definition) and an issue you will discuss.

Jelaskan pernyataan umum (bisa berupa definisi) dan apa yang ingin didiskusikan.  

2. Arguments for

State positive points and give more information or/and an example.
Jelaskan pernyataan positif, berikan informasi tambahan atau/dan contoh.

3. Arguments against

 

State negative points and give more information or/and an example.
Jelaskan pernyataan negatif, berikan informasi tambahan atau/dan contoh.

4. Conclusion 

 

Sum up or give your view.
Simpulkan atau berikan pendapatmu.


D. Language Features
Penggunaan bahasa yang biasa diterapkan, seperti:
1.      Using simple present tense
2.      Using auxiliary verbs, such as must, should, would, may, etc.
3.      Using additive, contrastive, and casual connection, such as similarly, however, furthermore, on the other hand, moreover, in addition, but, nevertheless, etc.


E. Outline
Sebelum menulis discussion text, kita harus membuat outline. 
Outline digunakan untuk mengembangkan kerangka kerja berpikir mengenai apa isi tulisan discussion text dan merencanakan struktur dan alur tulisan.

Contoh:
Title
Falling in Love with Your Best Friend

Introduction
Definition of best friend
The advantages and disadvantages of falling in love with your best friend

Arguments for
Solid emotions
Many moments

Arguments against
Lose your friendship
A little boring

Conclusion
Excellent relationships often grow from great friendships


F. Example of Discussion Text
English:
Falling in Love with Your Best Friend
 
A best friend is someone you can trust with your life. This text will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of falling in love with your best friend.
 
The first advantage is that you have solid emotions. That is the best foundation of a successful relationship. Besides, you have many moments in their lives. That will make your relationship stronger.
 
However, dating your best friend also has some disadvantages. First, if you break up. You will lose your friendship forever. Besides, they may feel a little boring for you because we know each other’s lives.
 
There are some disadvantages, but the most excellent relationships often grow from great friendships.
 

Indonesia:
Jatuh Cinta dengan Sahabat Terbaikmu
 
Sahabat terbaik adalah seseorang yang kamu percayai dalam hidupmu. Teks ini akan membahas kelebihan dan kekurangan jatuh cinta dengan sahabat terbaikmu.
 
Keuntungan pertama adalah kamu memiliki ikatan emosional yang kuat. Itu adalah fondasi kuat dari hubungan yang sukses. Selain itu, kamu telah berbagi momen dalam kehidupan satu sama lain. Itu akan membuat hubungan lebih kuat.
 
Namun, berkencan dengan sahabat juga memiliki beberapa kelemahan. Pertama, jika putus, kamu mungkin akan kehilangan persahabatan selamanya. Selain itu, karena kita telah mengetahui kehidupan satu sama lain, itu mungkin sedikit membosankan bagimu.
 
Ada beberapa kelemahan, namun hubungan terbaik sering kali tumbuh dari persahabatan yang baik.

Discussion Text 04 - Complete Text
 
References:
https://www.freepik.com
https://www.quipper.com/id/blog/mapel/bahasa-inggris/pengertian-discussion-text-dengan-contohnya/
http://britishcourse.com/2-contoh-discussion-text-tentang-love.php
 


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