Understanding Explanatory Texts

This video tutorial introduces the concept of 'teks eksplanasi', a type of text used to explain the process of phenomena scientifically. It covers the structure of teks eksplanasi, which includes a general statement, a series of explanations, and an interpretation. The video provides an example of teks eksplanasi about electrical circuits and analyzes its structure. It also offers guidelines for delivering teks eksplanasi orally and discusses how to modify and differentiate it from other text types.

What is the main purpose of an explanatory text?

• To narrate a story

• To explain the process of a phenomenon

• To describe a place

• To entertain the reader

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of explanatory texts?

• They follow a cause-effect principle

• They explain processes scientifically

• They include fictional elements

• They are based on factual information

What is the first part of the structure of an explanatory text?

• Conclusion

• Detailed explanation

• General statement

• Interpretation

In the example of the explanatory text about electrical circuits, which paragraph contains the general statement?

• Fourth paragraph

• Third paragraph

• Second paragraph

• First paragraph

Which paragraphs in the example text provide detailed explanations?

• Fourth and fifth

• Third and fourth

• Second, third, and fourth

• First and second

What should you do first to find information in an explanatory text?

• Highlight key points

• Read the text carefully

• Ask someone else

• Write a summary

When presenting information from an explanatory text orally, what is important to ensure clarity?

• Avoid eye contact

• Speak quickly

• Read directly from the text

• Use a loud voice

What is the final part of the structure of an explanatory text?

• Interpretation

• Detailed explanation

• General statement

• Introduction

How can you distinguish an explanatory text from other types of texts?

• By its length

• By its use of dialogue

• By its colorful illustrations

• By its structure and factual information

What type of information should an explanatory text contain?

• Factual information

• Opinions

• Personal anecdotes

• Fictional stories