Lecture Notes on Descriptive Text

Introduction

• Presenter: Nora Bilkis-Syedtyani
• Class: 10 RPL 2
• Topic: Descriptive Text
• Greeting: Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh

What is Descriptive Text?

• Definition: A type of text that provides a description of an object, whether living or non-living (e.g., people, places, things).
• Social Function: To describe a particular person, place, thing, or animal.

Purpose of Descriptive Text

• To convey an accurate representation of the described entity.

Structure of Descriptive Text

1. Identification

   • Located in the first paragraph.
   • Purpose: To identify or introduce the object being described.

2. Description

   • Located in the second paragraph and beyond.
   • Purpose: To detail the characteristics or nature of the object.

Language Characteristics

1. Simple Present Tense

   • Used to state facts or truths.
   • Example: "He has a pointed nose." / "A giraffe is very big."

2. Adjectives

   • Various types to provide descriptive details.
   • Examples: beautiful, big, long, sharp.

3. Linking Verbs

   • Connects the subject to additional information.
   • Examples: is, am, are, appear, grow, look, smell, sound.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "He is handsome."
     • "It smells nice."
     • "The song sounds beautiful."

4. Adverbs of Degree

   • Used to modify adjectives or other adverbs.
   • Examples: very, extremely, and divinely.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "He is very handsome."
     • "The song sounds extremely beautiful."

Conclusion

• Example of descriptive text provided.
• Closing: Wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.