Analytical Expositon Text

Social media has become an essential part of daily life. It allows people to stay connected, share experiences, and even conduct business. However, excessive use of social media can lead to reduced productivity, lack of real-life interaction, and mental health issues. Therefore, people should limit their time on social media to maintain a healthy lifestyle. What is the writer’s thesis?

• Social media is useful for sharing experiences.

• People should use social media for business.

• People should reduce their social media usage.

• Social media helps people stay connected.

2. If you were to add an argument to strengthen this text, which would be the most effective?

• Social media can be fun and entertaining.

• Many teenagers use Instagram and TikTok daily.

• Studies show overuse of social media can increase anxiety and depression.

• Some people prefer texting over talking.

Read the following excerpt to answer questions 3–5:
"Homework should be reduced in schools. Too much homework can overwhelm students, leaving them with little time to rest or engage in extracurricular activities. Moreover, it often leads to stress and burnout, which can negatively affect learning outcomes."

What is the writer's main argument?

• Students should do homework faster.

• Schools should ban all homework.

• Too much homework harms students.

• Teachers should give creative homework.

What is the tone of the passage?

• Entertaining

• Persuasive and concerned

• Humorous

• Objective and neutral

What is a possible counterargument to this text?*

• Homework helps reinforce learning.

• Students prefer no homework.

• Schools don't care about stress.

• Parents don't help students with homework.

Which of the following best shows the structure of an analytical exposition text?*

• Introduction – Climax – Resolution

• Orientation – Complication – Resolution

• Thesis – Arguments – Reiteration

• Introduction – Arguments – Dialogue

Which sentence is a reiteration of this thesis: “We must plant more trees in cities”?*

• Trees look beautiful on city streets.

• In conclusion, increasing the number of trees in urban areas is crucial for the environment and our health.

• Some people don’t care about trees.

• Trees are just for decoration.

Which of the following is a weak argument?

• Research proves solar energy is more sustainable.

• Many people feel that electric cars are strange

• Wind turbines reduce pollution in many countries.

• Studies show clean energy creates jobs.

Which sentence shows a clear cause-effect relationship?

• Students hate homework.

• Because of long school hours, students often lack sleep

• Some students like math, others do not

• My favorite subject is English.

What makes an argument convincing in an analytical exposition text?

• It uses humor and anecdotes.

• It presents only opinions.

• It includes clear logic, relevant facts, and credible sources.

• It repeats the thesis many times.