Hortatory Test

What is the main purpose of a hortatory exposition text?

• To present scientific facts

• To explain how something works

• .To give opinions and recommendations about an issue

• To describe a place or object in detail

Which of the following is the correct structure of a hortatory exposition text?

• Orientation – Complication – Resolution

• Thesis – Arguments – Recommendation

• General Statement – Explanation – Conclusion

• Issue – Point – Elaboration

Which of the following sentences is an example of a recommendation?

• In conclusion, global warming is real

• People should reduce the use of plastic bags

• The government has issued a new regulation

• Scientists have proven the damage to the ozone layer

Which modal verbs are commonly used in hortatory exposition texts?

• Could, would, might

• Did, does, was

• Should, must, ought to

• Have, has, had

What is a common language feature found in hortatory exposition texts?

• Passive voice and imaginative narration

• Persuasive language and argument connectors

• Past tense and time sequence

• Dialogue between characters and event chronology