Kunci Jawaban Bahasa Inggris Kelas 10 SMA Halaman 112 - 114 Kurikulum Merdeka: Work in Progress

Now in group, discuss how do the two expository texts structure their ideas to achieve their goals?

Answer/Jawaban:

1. Text 1: "Why Should Graffiti be Considered Art?"

• Structure: This text follows a persuasive and supportive structure:
  - Introduction: States the claim that graffiti is art.
  - Body paragraphs: Presents three clear reasons — public connection, emotional impact, and uniqueness.
  - Conclusion: Urges the reader to learn more and be open-minded.
• Goal: To promote understanding and appreciation of graffiti as a cultural and artistic expression.
• Technique: Uses positive language and appeals to emotion and creativity to support the claim.

2. Text 2: "Graffiti is Always Vandalism"

• Structure: This text uses a logical and assertive structure:
  - Opening: Poses a rhetorical question to challenge the reader emotionally. 
  - Body: Gives firm reasoning—graffiti is illegal, disrespectful, and harmful to communities.
  - Conclusion: Reinforces that graffiti signals lawlessness and should not be tolerated.
• Goal: To condemn graffiti and persuade readers it is criminal and damaging.
• Technique: Uses strong language, authority figures, and research evidence to emphasize consequences.

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