Explanation of Descriptive Text for class 9.pptx

Explanation about Descriptive Text

1. 001 Descriptive Text

2. Definition of Descriptive Text A type of text that aims to provide a detailed description of a particular person, place, thing, or event. It helps the reader visualize and experience what is being described through detailed observations and sensory details.

3. Goals of Descriptive Text

4. Generic Structures

5. Language Features

6. Sample of Descriptive Text Title : My Favorite Food Identification : My favorite food is Rendang. Description : Rendang is a traditional Indonesian dish made from beef, slow-cooked in coconut milk and a mixture of lemongrass, galangal, garlic, turmeric, ginger, and chilies. The beef is cooked until it becomes tender, soaking up the rich, spicy sauce. The sauce is thick and dark brown, clinging to each piece of meat. When you taste Rendang, the flavors explode in your mouth, a perfect blend of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet. The aroma is mouthwatering, with hints of the various spices mingling together. The dish is often served with steamed rice, which complements the intense flavors of the Rendang perfectly. Explanation of the Sample Text : Identification : The first sentence introduces the subject (Rendang). Description : The following sentences provide detailed descriptions of different aspects of Rendang, including its ingredients, cooking process, appearance, taste, and aroma.

7. Key Words to Remember Identification : The introduction of the subject being described. Description : Detailed information about the subject, covering various aspects such as appearance, characteristics, and other relevant details. Present Tense : The verb tense that describes current actions or states of being. Adjectives : Words that describe nouns. Adverbs : Words that describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. Specific Nouns : Precise words that give clear information about the subject. Action Verbs : Words that describe what the subject does. Figurative Language : Language that creates vivid imagery through comparisons, metaphors, and personification.