Understanding Descriptive Texts

The video tutorial covers the concept of descriptive text, focusing on describing people. It explains the definition, structure, and language features of descriptive text, including physical features, personality traits, and regular activities. The tutorial provides examples and exercises to help understand the application of descriptive text. It also discusses the social functions of descriptive text, such as describing, introducing, and inspiring. The video concludes with an analysis of text examples to identify descriptive elements.

What is the primary purpose of a descriptive text?

• To argue a point

• To provide instructions

• To describe a specific subject

• To narrate a story

Which of the following is NOT typically included in describing a person?

• Specific conditions or facts

• Physical features

• Personality traits

• Favorite color

When matching descriptions with images, which feature is NOT commonly used?

• Favorite food

• Skin tone

• Eye size

• Hair color

What is the first part of a descriptive text structure?

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Identification

• Description

Which tense is predominantly used in descriptive texts?

• Present continuous tense

• Past tense

• Simple present tense

• Future tense

What is the role of adjectives in descriptive texts?

• To describe actions

• To indicate time

• To provide detailed descriptions

• To connect sentences

Which of the following is a social function of descriptive texts?

• To describe

• To persuade

• To entertain

• To instruct

Descriptive texts often introduce someone. Which phrase indicates this function?

• In conclusion

• Firstly

• My best friend

• Once upon a time

What type of text is likely to describe a national hero?

• Descriptive text

• Expository text

• Recount text

• Narrative text

Which feature is NOT a part of language features in descriptive texts?

• Action verbs

• Adjectives

• Complex sentences

• Specific participants