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1.

Definition of Discussion Text

Discussion text is a text which presents a problematic discourse. This problem will
be discussed from different viewpoints.

2. General structure of Discussion Text


– Issue : stating the issue which is to discussed
– Argument pro : presenting the point in in supporting the presented issue
– Argument cons : presenting other points which disagree to the supporting point
– Conclusion / recommendation : stating the writer’ recommendation of the discourse

3. Purpose of Discussion text


– To present two points of view about issue or problem.
– To present arguments from differing points of view about issue or problem.

4. Language feature of Discussion text


– Using thinking verb; feel, hope, believe, etc
– Using contrastive conjunction; however, on the other hand, but, in other side, although, etc
– Using modalities; must, should, could, may, etc
– Using adverbial of manner; deliberately, hopefully, etc
– Simple present

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