Learning Notes on Report Text

Introduction

• Report Text: A text that describes general things about objects that there are many of in the world.
• Examples of Objects:
  • Animal (Blue Parrot, Panda, Rhinoceros)
  • Plant (Orchid, Mangrove, Pitcher Plant)
  • Technology (Bicycle, Mobile Phone)
  • Natural Phenomena (Tsunami, Flood)

Characteristics of Report Text

• Result of systematic observation and analysis.
• Uses scientific names.

Types of Report Text

• Animal: Like Elephants, Tigers which are common and many in the world.
• Plant: Like Orchid, Cactus.
• Technology: Like Mobile Phone, Drone.
• Natural Phenomena: Like Tsunami, Flood.

Differences with Descriptive Text

• Descriptive Text: Describes an object that is unique and only one in the world.
  • Example: "My Cat" uses "my" and no scientific terms.
• Report Text: Explains general objects without "my" and uses scientific terms.

Purpose of Report Text

• General: To describe objects generally.
  • Example: "To describe cats in general."
• Specific:
  • Natural Phenomena: Provide information about events, handling, and warnings about disasters.
  • Animals/Plants: Describe life, uniqueness, and call for protection.

Generic Structure of Report Text

• General Classification: The first paragraph containing general classification.
• Description: Second to last paragraphs, describing physical appearance, characteristics, etc.

Language Features of Report Text

• Uses general noun (Example: Tiger, Monstera).
• Uses present tense (Example: "Tiger lives in the jungle.").
• Uses passive voice (Example: "It is strong for protection.").
• Uses scientific term.
• Uses timeless present (Example: "often", "usually").
• Uses linking verb (Example: "is", "are").

Example of Report Text Analysis

• Title: Cactus
• Scientific Name: Cactaceae, Caryophyllales
• Generic Structure:
  • First paragraph: General Classification
  • Second and third paragraphs: Description
• Language Features:
  • General noun, linking verb, scientific term, timeless present, passive voice.

Conclusion

• Report Text and Descriptive Text have significant differences in purpose, use of scientific terms, and object description. Report Text is more in-depth and general, whereas Descriptive Text is more specific and does not use scientific terms.

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