DISCUSSION TEXT

1. A student writes this sentence as the issue of their discussion text:

“Social media is everywhere in our life, and people use it every day.”

As a critical reader, what advice would you give to improve this sentence as an effective “issue” for a discussion text?

• Add both sides of the debate to clarify what will be discussed

• Keep it as it is because it already has two arguments

• Change it into a conclusion instead
  

• Add a funny comment to make it more interesting

What is the “issue” in a discussion text?

• The writer’s final opinion

• The list of solutions

  
  

• The topic or problem being discussed

  
  

• The background of the story

  
  

1. Which is the correct structure of a discussion text?

• Orientation – Complication – Resolutio

• Issue – Arguments for and against – Conclusion

  
  

• Introduction – Method – Result

• Identification – Description

  
  

Which of the following sentences would BEST fit the “con” paragraph of the text?

•  Some students can focus better in a quiet home environment.

  
  

• Many learners miss face-to-face interaction with teachers and peers.

• Technology makes everything easier and faster.

• Students save a lot of transportation money.

What does the use of words like “believe,” “argue,” and “think” indicate in the text?

• The writer uses storytelling techniques.

• The text contains commands and instructions.

• The arguments are based on personal or general opinions.

• The sentences are written in past tense.

1. Which of the following could be a strong conclusion sentence for the text?

• Online learning must be avoided in every situation.

• Schools must cancel all face-to-face learning.

• Therefore, online learning should be balanced with direct interaction to maximize effectiveness.

• In conclusion, technology is confusing for most people.

1. Which sentence contains a modal that expresses possibility and not certainty?

• Online learning will definitely replace traditional learning.

• Online learning can help students manage their time better.

• Online learning must be used by all schools.

• Online learning should be banned.

1. What is the general purpose of a discussion text?

• To entertain readers with a story

• To describe an object or place

• To give arguments for and against an issue

• To tell the steps of making something

1. Which of the following best represents the function of the second paragraph?

• Introducing the topic

• Presenting positive arguments

• Showing negative effects

• Stating the writer’s opinion

1. Which sentence from the text shows the use of a thinking verb?

• Some people believe that online classes are more flexible.

• Online learning saves time.

• Students stay at home.

• They study using devices.