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Definition of Explanation Text

Explanation is a text which tells processes relating to forming of natural, social, scientific and cultural phenomena. Explanation text is to say ‘why’ and ‘how’ of the forming of the phenomena. It is often found in science, geography and history text books.

Generic Structure of Explanation Text

• General statement; stating the phenomenon issues which are to be explained.
• Sequenced explanation; stating a series of steps which explain the phenomena.

Purpose of Explanation Text

• To tells processes relating to forming of natural, social, scientific, and cultural phenomena.
• To explain how or why something happens.
• Using passive voice pattern
• Using simple present tense

Example :

How Corruption Occur

Corruption usually occurs because some individuals are willing to use illicit means to maximize personal or corporate profit. How does corruption happen? Does corruption happen slowly, or all at once?

When we hear the word corruption, we immediately think about political issues. But have you ever thought that actually people have often practiced culture of corruption from an early age. For example, we know the term “rubber clock” which is always not on time to make an appointment. This is an example of small corruption that we are not aware of. So don’t be surprised if there will be a lot of corruptors – who are very troubling

Furthermore, exam cheating is also a form of corruption. Cheating is a common thing done by students. Indeed cheating can give us a high value, but it will reduce us ourselves, by cheating we certainly cannot get that knowledge purely. If this is often done, the cheating action is carried out when an adult student.

As an adult, he has a position in the government, in politics, and in a BUMN (state-owned enterprise). Finally, the person concerned likes to hang out, cheat or outsmart the budget to look for additional income.