Hortatory Exposition Text

What is the primary purpose of a hortatory exposition text?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform the reader about a topic

• To persuade or convince the reader to take a particular action or adopt a specific viewpoint

• To describe a person, place, or thing

In a hortatory exposition text, what does the author aim to achieve with their writing?

• To provide a balanced view of the topic

• To present both sides of an argument equally

• To persuade the reader to agree with their viewpoint

• To present a list of facts without any argument

Which part of a hortatory exposition text typically presents the author's position or viewpoint on the topic?

• Introduction

• Body paragraphs

• Conclusion

• None of the above

What type of language or techniques are commonly used in hortatory exposition texts to persuade the reader?

• Emotional appeals

• Rhetorical questions

• Logical reasoning

• All of the the answer

In a hortatory exposition text, what should the author do when addressing potential counterarguments?

• Ignore them completely

• Acknowledge them and provide a reasoned response

• Attack anyone who disagrees with their viewpoint

• Change their own position to agree with the counterarguments

Which of the following is NOT a part of the typical structure of a hortatory exposition text?

a) Introduction b) Description of the topic c) Body paragraphs with supporting arguments d) Conclusion with a call to action

• Introduction

• Description of the topic

• Body paragraphs with supporting arguments

• Conclusion with a call to action

What is the call to action in a hortatory exposition text?

• A summary of the main points

• The author's viewpoint on the topic

• A statement that encourages the reader to take a specific action or adopt a particular viewpoint

• An emotional appeal to the reader

Which of the following is a characteristic of a well-written hortatory exposition text?

a) Avoiding the use of evidence and facts b) Focusing on personal attacks c) Providing clear and persuasive arguments d) Writing in a disorganized manner

• Avoiding the use of evidence and facts

• Focusing on personal attacks

• Providing clear and persuasive arguments

• Writing in a disorganized manner

What should an author do after completing their hortatory exposition text?

• Immediately submit it to a publisher

• Proofread and edit for grammar and coherence

• Add more counterarguments to make the text more balanced

• Change their viewpoint to align with the majority opinion